Deputy Chief Minister L Dikho has assured that efforts are being made to identify those involved in the violence at Litan in Ukhrul district and that authorities are working with all concerned stakeholders to resolve the crisis. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a programme, Dikho said coordination was ongoing among the chief minister, the government, security forces and civil society groups. “We are trying to meet everyone and make them understand. There are positive signs,” he said, adding that while an immediate resolution may not be possible, “hopefully things will improve soon.” The Naga People’s Front leader said the perpetrators had not yet been identified. He noted that initial confusion followed reports of firing and the burning of houses, but said the picture was now clearer. According to him, the government’s efforts were showing results, and the situation was “gradually cooling down”. “We hope everyone will cooperate,” the deputy Chief minister said.
Notably, the State Government has extended the suspension of internet services in Lhungtin sub-division of Kangpokpi district and Phungyar sub-division of Kamjong district for five days with immediate effect.
In a statement, the Home Department said the move was prompted by concerns that anti-social elements could use social media to circulate content capable of inciting public passions and disrupting law and order in the state.
