IMPHAL: The Zeliangrong Students’ Union Manipur (ZSUM) condemned the ugly episode of alleged manhandling and verbal abuse on communal tones against a tribal officer (ZEO/BPO) on April 24 by Manipur Agriculture minister Md Abdul Nasir. While vehemently condemning the unbecoming act and un-parliamentary words in a rage of anger depicts his immaturity to occupy an esteemed portfolio.
The ZSUM said it has been patiently waiting for his graceful exit as a ministerial on moral ground as his usage of words tantamount to savagery and barbarianism of the ancient world which is not applicable in one of the largest democratic country like India. He should bear in mind that the rights and privileges are safeguarded under several Acts enshrined in the constitution of India. ZSUM said as a law maker, Nasir is not expected to defy the law of the land.
While endorsing the demands of ATSUM for removal of Nasir from as a minister, ZSUM said it would like to advise any civil organisation not to jump in to the conclusion.
ZSUM appealed to all sections not to resort to the use of communal and provocative language that might hinder the peaceful co-existence of different communities. "'To err is human and to forgive is divine' is a popular maxim and therefore the minister should ask for forgiveness for the mistake committed by him and the tribal officer and civil organisations should be ready to forgive if one realises the mistake that hurts the sentiment of others. The Union is not against the community but against the minister who holds the charge of agriculture in the state government," it added.
