Naga student bodies picket govt offices in Manipur
Imphal: The people's movement against the scrapping of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and the border fencing construction gained momentum with the closure of govt offices called by the All Naga Students' Association Manipur (ANSAM) in the Naga-inhabited areas on Monday.
In Ukhrul, the Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (TKS), the apex student body of the Tangkhul community, enforced the first day of agitation at Ukhrul headquarters. The office picketing has completely paralysed all activities of govt offices.
"In consonance with the stand of ANSAM, against the revocation of FMR and the imposed border fencing across the Naga homeland, the TKS expresses its unwavering support and joins the collective voice of the Naga people," TKS said.
All govt offices within the jurisdiction of Rongmei Naga Students Organisation were also picketed in the presence of Angteshang Maring, president of ANSAM and his team.
Picketing govt offices was also executed in Tamenglong district, with various student bodies and organisations taking the lead, sources said.
"Let us unite in our quest for justice and the preservation of our land and rights. Together, we're making our voices heard. Our collective efforts are a testament to the power of unity and solidarity. Let us continue to stand strong and advocate for the rights of the Naga community without borders," read the joint statement issued by the student bodies.
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