DIMAPUR, OCTOBER 25 (MExN): The Cease Fire Supervisory Board (CFSB) of the GPRN/NSCN today stated that the shootout between the Assam Rifles and the GPRN/NSCN on October 23 “is a clear case of Cease-fire Ground Rules (CFGRs) violation perpetuated by the 28th Assam Rifles.”
A press note from the Supervisor of the CFSB, GPRN/NSCN stated that “the situation on the ground at that very moment was quite normal without a slightest thought of provocation.” “As the process of designate camp was at its final stage and hence, both parties knew the presence of each other from the very beginning,” it claimed.
It claimed that the “unilateral action, perhaps on that very fateful day had conspicuously testified the real intents of Indian security forces deployed in Cease-fire declared zone. It shows that they have literally deviated itself from the agreed rules of engagement.”
The CFSB, GPRN/NSCN stated that “laid down ground rules should be adhered by the Indian security forces and Naga Army as well.”
“Under the established norms, no one is empowered to take one’s precious soul on whimsical pretext. Ground rules clearly states, under Clause-IV that, ‘there would be no offensive like ambush, raid and attack leading to death/injury/ damage or loss of property against the NSCN by the Indian Army, Para-military forces and the Police,” it further pointed out.
It further mourned the demise of Lieutant Imti Ao during the shootout and extended condolences to the bereaved family.
NTC condemns recent violence
DIMAPUR, OCTOBER 25 (MExN): The Nagaland Tribes Council (NTC) today expressed concern at the recent violence in the state, with particular reference to the October 23 shootout between the AR and the GPRN/NSCN. A press note from the NTC reminded that the GPRN/NSCN is presently under Ceasefire with the Government of India and “both parties are bound by the rules bilaterally framed by the parties. Therefore, so long the parties remain respectful to the rules; such ugly incident would have been averted.”
“Anyone using violence is tantamount to disrespect of the general sentiment of the public who are crying for peace and harmony in our land,” the NTC stated. “While upholding the desire for peace, the NTC condemns the offensive action of 28-Assam Rifles which cost our society a precious life and hard earn peace. It appears that the presence of the 28-Assam Rifles in the locality is endangering peace and security,” it said.
The NTC stated that “violation of the Ceasefire ground rules if any could have been taken up with the Ceasefire Monitoring Cell and necessary instructions or order could have resolved the conflict and avoid dreadful incident such as this.” The Government of India, it said, “should avoid using carrot and stick policy of peace process and indiscriminate hunt on the groups engaged in ceasefire.” It also asked the Nagaland State Government to investigate on the incident and “book the culprits to prevent recurrence of such excesses and restore peace in the region.”
The NTC meanwhile appealed to the GPRN/NSCN to show “magnanimity and maximum restrain, and adhere to the Cease Fire ground rules for congenial atmosphere to usher peace in our land.”
