The Joint sitting of Mizo People Convention (MPC), Hmar Inpui (HI), Kuki Inpi Churachandpur (KIC) and Zomi Council (ZC) on September 28, 2015 at MPC office, YMA Complex, Hmuia Veng, Churachandpur after protracted discussion and deliberation on the emerging situation in the hill areas of Manipur, particularly in Churachandpur district, has expressed its deep appreciation of the understanding reached between kuki National Organization (KNO) and United Peoples’ Front (UPF) on September 26, 2015 to pursue a common political goal for a shared common future. They also appeals to all the people of Manipur to maintain peace, calm and tranquility, desist from spreading false rumors which can flare up tension, to avoid singling out particular persons or communities and be discerning in the use of social Medias like Whatsapp, Facebook etc. which can worsen the current volatile situation and work unitedly in a peaceful manner to achieve our goal.
In a press statement, K.G. Tungnung, recording secretary said that the last rites of the 9 martyrs will be performed on or before October 6, 2015. Joint Action Committee will take the responsibility for programme and invitation and the Joint Philanthropic Organisation will take responsibility for the site selection and site readiness.
The joint sitting also re-allocated the work allotment of JAC to deal with the 3 Bills passed by Manipur Legistative Assembly on August 31, 2015. They also nominated Dr. John Pulamate, President Hmar Inpui, Mr G Vungsuanthang, President, Paite Tribe council and Mr Chinlunthang, President, United Zou Organisation to represent the 4 Apex Bodies in the consultative meeting proposed by ATSUM on the September 29 at Imphal. They also convey its heartfelt gratitude to the Mhar Peoples’ Convention for providing refreshment for the joint sitting.
