DNSU President, Hinoto P Awomi, along with the constituent unit leaders during the press conference held at its office on November 25. (Morung Photo)
Morung Express News
Dimapur | November 25
The Dimapur Naga Students' Union (DNSU) today reiterated its strong stance against the “rampant malpractices” by business dealers selling products without the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) tags.
In a press conference held this evening, DNSU President, Hinoto P Aomi stated that a presidential meeting was convened earlier in the day with all constituent unit leaders. The meeting focused on addressing prevalent social issues and reaffirmed the union’s commitment to safeguarding citizens' rights.
Aomi revealed that on Saturday, November 23, the DNSU received reports of a shop in Dimapur selling decorative items without MRP tags. Upon inspection, the union’s executives confirmed that no product in the shop carried the required price tags. Subsequently, the DNSU lodged an FIR at the East Police Station. Following this, the Dimapur Police inspected the shop and sealed it for further investigation.
Although the DNSU had earlier issued a press release highlighting illegal practices in the local market, the union expressed concern about the prolonged deception by shopkeepers. The student body vowed to leave no stone unturned in uncovering the truth.
While the FIR was initially delayed due to the absence of the Officer-in-Charge, the DNSU stated it would follow up on the matter with the police.
The union also addressed allegations of receiving bribes, describing them as baseless. It questioned the “hypocrisy” within the Naga community, while asserting, “Even if 99% of the public supports corruption, the DNSU will stand with the 1% who seek the truth.”
Aomi raised concerns over public apathy towards societal issues and the diminishing respect for law and order. He called upon the Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) to actively address price tampering and enforce MRP compliance.
In fact, the DMC should be pleased that the DNSU has raised the MRP issue, if they truly care about the public's welfare,Aomi remarked. “We are, in a way, empowering the DMC.”
Despite repeated appeals to authorities, the union observed no tangible progress in addressing MRP-related malpractices.
The DNSU warned shopkeepers to immediately cease such unethical practices and denounced the protection extended to offenders by certain “locals and politicians.” It maintained that such actions perpetuate corruption and called on the public to support organisations that are striving to transform Dimapur into a better place.
“We must collectively condemn corruption and unethical practices, ensuring a brighter future for our city,” read a joint statement issued by the DNSU and its constituent units.
Meanwhile, the DNSU also reiterated its demand for the relocation of the sub-centre currently operating at the Government Middle School, Midland, to an alternate location to ensure the school’s independent functioning.
The union resolved to issue an ultimatum to the concerned department, directing them to vacate the dispensary before the start of the next academic session. Failure to comply would compel the DNSU, along with its constituent units, to take decisive action, including closing the dispensary rooms currently occupied by the Health and Family Welfare Department.
