IT News
Imphal, Jan 12:
A press release from COCOMI today claims that Indian security agencies have been working with Chin-Kuki armed groups in Manipur, contributing to ongoing violence in the region. The organization says it has found evidence of a “strategic nexus” between the two, which has fueled the conflict.
The most serious allegation involves an incident on December 18, when supplies intended for a CRPF camp were allegedly diverted to Molhang Kuki Village, which COCOMI describes as a stronghold of Kuki militants. Two trucks, meant for the CRPF, were reportedly rerouted to the village.
COCOMI claims that this collaboration has led to violence, displaced thousands of people, and destabilized Manipur’s society and politics. The group believes that what seems to be an ethnic conflict is actually a “state-driven proxy war” aimed at achieving political and territorial goals.
The allegations go beyond logistical support. COCOMI suggests that security agencies have also been involved in intelligence sharing and have selectively ignored crucial operations. These accusations follow a statement from NSCN (IM) on January 11, which accused the Ukhrul SP of collaborating with suspected Kuki militants.
Yumkhaibam Surjitkumar Khuman, Media Coordinator for COCOMI, has called for an immediate investigation into the Home Ministry, Security Advisor, and DGP’s roles in these operations. The group is demanding an independent inquiry into the involvement of security forces in the conflict.
These allegations come amid ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur, which has caused significant displacement and casualties. COCOMI believes the cooperation between security forces and militants has allowed these groups to carry out their agendas under the cover of an ethnic struggle.
