DIMAPUR: Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) and NSCN (I-M) have condemned the alleged drone strike by the Indian Army on Langkho village in the Naga Self-Administered Zone (NSAZ) in the early hours of October 3, which it said injured two civilians, including a minor girl, and caused extensive property damage.
NSCN (I-M) has condemned the reported drone attack on the residence of NSCN-K Yung Aung (YA) ‘brig.’ Akham Konyak at Langkho village on October 3, which allegedly killed two civilians, and another reported drone attack on Mt. Horeb Camp in Myanmar’s Naga Self-Administered Zone in the early hours of October 11, in which approximately 60 explosive devices were allegedly dropped.
In a condemnation, NSCN (I-M) called for a transparent, impartial and credible investigation into the incidents, saying those responsible should be identified and held accountable.
The statement said the group stood in solidarity with all Naga people across “artificial boundaries”, irrespective of political differences. It said lasting peace could not be achieved through the destruction of camps or political marginalisation, and called for dialogue to remain the primary means of resolving differences.
NSCN (I-M) also categorically denied allegations circulating after the reported attack on Mt. Horeb Camp, stating that it had no direct or indirect role in planning, authorising or executing the attack.
It further claimed that no personnel, equipment or aerial assets under its command or control were deployed near the location on the date of the incident, rejecting any contrary claims as unfounded and misleading.
The statement described the reported attacks as indiscriminate and reckless, and said they could not be justified on political, military or ideological grounds.
NSF: In a press release, NSF president Mteisuding and general secretary Kenilo Kent demanded immediate scrutiny, accountability and an unconditional commitment to protecting civilian lives.
NSF said the reported targeting of a civilian-populated area raised serious questions concerning the principles of distinction, proportionality and precaution under international humanitarian law. It called upon the concerned authorities to provide a clear and transparent account of the incident and urged an independent, impartial and credible investigation to establish the facts, identify those responsible and ensure accountability.
NSF also opposed the continued extension of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) across the Naga homeland. It expressed dismay over the Ministry of Home Affairs, extending the Act with effect from October 1, 2026, stating that its prolonged application had contributed to fear, insecurity and alienation among the Naga people.
The federation alleged that the sweeping powers granted to armed forces, along with legal barriers to prosecution under the Act, had enabled human rights violations and atrocities against civilians. It said the continued normalisation of AFSPA undermined democratic accountability and human dignity, with militarisation overshadowing justice, peace and reconciliation.
NSF demanded the immediate revocation of AFSPA from the Naga homeland and an end to military actions that placed civilians at risk. It urged the Centre to demonstrate its commitment to peace through meaningful political engagement, respect for human rights and effective mechanisms to investigate alleged violations.
It also called upon the international human rights community and relevant independent bodies to examine the Langkho incident and the broader implications of prolonged militarisation in the Naga homeland.
Reiterating its commitment to justice, human rights and democratic principles, NSF said the Naga people deserved to live in peace, security and dignity, free from fear and arbitrary coercion, with their rights and aspirations respected.
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