The Konyak Union (KU) undertook a peace mission across Eastern Nagaland from October 15 to 19, engaging tribal leaders, civil society organisations, church leaders and district authorities in an effort to ease inter-tribal tensions and promote peace and stability in the region.
The mission covered Shamator, Kiphire, Noklak, Tuensang and Longleng districts, with the KU appealing to tribal leaders to uphold brotherhood, shun violence and work towards peaceful coexistence.
During its visit to Tuensang town, the team held fellowship with seven tribal churches and urged church leaders to take a proactive role in promoting peace, reconciliation and healing amid the fragile situation.
A key stop on the mission was Kiusam town, the headquarters of the Tikhir Tribal Council (TTC), where the team met tribal leaders and members of the displaced community to discuss the prevailing situation and the need for peace.
The KU delegation also met the Deputy Commissioners of Kiphire and Shamator to discuss the situation in their respective districts.
As part of the mission, the team held a consultative meeting with Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organization (ENPO) leaders in Tuensang, briefing them on the ground situation and urging them to convey the concerns to the Nagaland government for necessary intervention.
The Union said the mission was aimed at restoring normalcy, strengthening inter-tribal harmony, bridging divisions among communities and ensuring regional stability under the leadership of ENPO.
It also invoked the ENPO resolution adopted on December 18, 2007, which prohibits bloodshed and violence within the jurisdiction of Eastern Nagaland, reiterating the need for all tribes to uphold the resolution and maintain peace.
The mission concluded in Longleng town, where the team met the Phom People’s Council.
The Konyak Union said the initiative was intended to foster unity and peaceful coexistence among the tribes of Eastern Nagaland at a time when dialogue and collective efforts are needed to address tensions and restore confidence among affected communities.
The press release was signed by K Yamao Konyak, president of the Konyak Union, and Wango Konyak, its general secretary.
