Member of Parliament S Supongmeren Jamir has strongly condemned the recent incidents of racial discrimination and physical assault faced by people from the Northeast in different parts of the country.
According to reports, a student from Nagaland was physically attacked at AIIMS Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh. In another disturbing incident, girls from the Northeast were allegedly subjected to racial abuse in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi.
Describing such acts as “unacceptable and deeply concerning in a diverse democratic nation like India,” Jamir said targeting individuals based on their physical appearance, cultural identity, or regional background is a direct violation of the spirit of national unity and constitutional values.
He reminded that the Constitution of India guarantees equal protection and dignity to all citizens. Citing constitutional provisions, he stated that Article 14 ensures equality before the law; Article 15 prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth; Article 19 guarantees freedom of expression and movement; and Article 21 protects the right to life and personal liberty with dignity.
Jamir emphasized that students from the Northeast contribute significantly to the academic and cultural fabric of the country and must feel safe wherever they study or work. He called for strict legal action against those responsible to prevent recurrence of such incidents.
The MP also urged authorities to strengthen awareness mechanisms, campus safety systems, and rapid grievance redressal channels for students from the Northeast residing in metropolitan cities.
“India’s strength lies in its diversity. Any act of racial discrimination is not only an attack on an individual but an attack on the constitutional ethos of our nation,” he stated.
He further appealed to civil society organisations, student bodies, and law enforcement agencies to work collectively to promote respect, harmony, and national integration.
