Gogoi urges impartial probe into Naga killings

Deputy Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi on Thursday urged for a swift, impartial and transparent investigation into the killing of six Naga civilians in Manipur and said those responsible must be identified and brought to justice without delay.

Manipur continues to endure the effects of prolonged conflict, with peace and normalcy still remaining elusive more than three years later, Gogoi said in a post on X.

“The brutal killing of six Naga civilians in Manipur is a deeply distressing tragedy. My heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims as they cope with this immense loss’’, Gogoi, also the Assam State Congress president, said.

“Innocent lives continue to be lost, while communities across the State remain burdened by fear and uncertainty,” he said.

This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for lasting peace and accountability, he added.

“There must be a swift, impartial and transparent investigation into this heinous crime, and those responsible must be identified and brought to justice without delay.’’ Gogoi asserted.

The Manipur Police on Wednesday said they found the mortal remains of six people, suspected to be missing Naga men, who had been held hostage by armed groups in Kangpokpi district.

The recovery took place a day after 14 Kuki individuals who were abducted by armed groups in Manipur’s Senapati district nearly a month ago were released.