By NE NOW NEWS
Guwahati: Manipur authorities have sought the United Naga Council’s (UNC) cooperation in tracing six missing persons. Additionally, the state has urged the council to lift the ongoing economic blockade to facilitate the safe return of those affected.
N. Ashok Kumar, Commissioner-cum-Secretary (Home), conveyed the government’s response in a letter on Saturday, addressing concerns over the missing persons case and security-related issues raised by the UNC.
The government informed the council that the case has been handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to ensure a thorough and impartial investigation.
Officials said security agencies are conducting extensive search operations to locate the six persons. Search drives, patrols in sensitive areas and intelligence-based operations are underway as part of the effort.
The administration also said compliance with the ground rules of the Suspension of Operations (SoO) arrangement and camps occupied by armed groups will continue to be monitored strictly. Any decision on restructuring or relocating camps will be taken in consultation with the Central government.
According to the government, the NIA investigation is expected to identify all those involved in the alleged abduction of civilians.
Authorities said legal action will be taken against anyone found responsible, irrespective of their background or organisational affiliation. Efforts to trace and arrest the accused are continuing.
The government further stated that maintaining peace and communal harmony remains a priority. It added that steps are being taken to strengthen security and protect residents in vulnerable areas.
In its message to the UNC, the government sought the organisation’s assistance in securing the release of the affected persons and urged it to ensure that public movement and the supply of essential goods are not disrupted by any blockade.
The Home Department’s letter to UNC president Ng. Lorho comes amid growing concern over the disappearance of six persons and the security situation in parts of Manipur.