The NSCN-IM has made explosive claims about the collusion between Ukhrul’s Superintendent of Police (SP) Kartik and Kuki militants, asserting that the incident sheds light on long-standing allegations of tacit support for insurgents by government security agencies.
According to a press release issued by its MIP today, the incident took place on December 18, 2024, when SP Kartik loaded two Shaktiman trucks and two pick-up mini trucks with rice and tin sheets. However, it was later revealed that a larger volume of concealed items was hidden underneath the rice and tin sheets, with the contents not disclosed. The SP then ordered his officers to transport the goods to Molhang Kuki village, telling them the supplies were for the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
The press release claimed that upon arrival at Molhang Kuki village, “instead of CRPF, around 200 Kuki militants were found waiting.” The militants allegedly unloaded the goods without informing the policemen. “The policemen just stood there dumbstruck when the four trucks were already unloaded and emptied,” the statement read.
The NSCN-IM further emphasized that this incident is not an isolated case, but part of a broader pattern of support for Kuki militants. “Now, it is an established fact that the centre government is sustaining the Kuki militants providing them materials and logistics support,” the press release stated. It went on to add that “the centre government has already channeled millions of rupees for the Kuki militants in the past.”
The statement added that while the incident is indeed shocking, it is “clear beyond any iota of doubt that this is just the tip of the iceberg”.