The Joint Tribes Students’ Association (JTSA), All Inpui Students’ Union, Zeme Students’ Organisation, Manipur, Rongmei Naga Students’ Organisation, Manipur and Liangmai Naga Katimai Ruangdi, Manipur have strongly condemned the ambush on oil tankers.
The JTSA expressed their reprehension of the act of violence that took place at Jiribam-Imphal road within the premises of its jurisdiction. At this critical juncture, the Nagas are playing pivotal roles to accommodate and bring tranquillity and peace among different communities in the state, stated a release.
Irrespective of different backgrounds and communities, the JTSA strongly believes in the principle of unity in diversity and a peaceful coexistence of people leaving aside its individual interest and differences, it said. The JTSA asserted that any untoward incident happening in the future will not be tolerated and this statement is issued as a stern final warning against the defaulters, it added.
Such an act of cowardly indulgence is a serious crime against humanity and act of terrorism, particularly during the present scenario, it mentioned.
“Incidents like this not only tarnish the image of the particular community and state but also undermine the harmonious atmosphere we strive to maintain. We demand that immediate action be taken against those responsible miscreants for their heinous act, and we expect a thorough investigation to ensure that justice is administered in accordance with the laws of the state,” it stated.
It is essential that such incidents are not tolerated and the miscreants are held accountable for their actions, the JTSA stated.
It further reminded the citizens that the NH37 is treated as a lifeline for the people of Manipur. “As we embark on the forthcoming 18th Lok Sabha Election 2024, we believe in the potential of positive change, and any unfortunate incident should not be invited within the state under any circumstances. We appeal to all the citizens to act as an ambassador of peace for the harmonious existence of Manipur,” it stated.
JTSA also assured that no such incident will be allowed to happen in near future, everything will go on as usual along NH-37.
