The Kuki National Front (KNF) has strongly denied allegations linking the organisation to the disappearance of six Naga civilians on May 13, describing a viral social media poster accusing the outfit as “AI-generated propaganda” and “malicious disinformation.”
In a statement issued by the organisation, the KNF rejected what it called “baseless, malicious and factually void” content circulating online. The group alleged that the campaign was deliberately aimed at damaging the image of the organisation and targeting ST. Thangboi Kipgen, chairman of the United People’s Front (UPF).
The organisation claimed that the viral poster was part of a coordinated smear campaign intended to provoke communal unrest during the already tense situation in Manipur.
The KNF stated that it “vehemently denies any involvement whatsoever” in the alleged disappearance of the six Naga civilians.
The outfit also condemned the circulation of what it described as unverified and inflammatory misinformation, alleging that certain vested interests were attempting to create confusion and deepen divisions among communities through AI-generated digital content.
Appealing to the public, civil society organisations and media institutions, the KNF urged people to exercise caution and refrain from sharing or believing “fabricated social media narratives” without evidence.
The organisation warned that the spread of such misinformation could further escalate tensions on the ground.
Reiterating its stated commitment to peace, democratic engagement and justice, the KNF expressed hope for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis in Kangpokpi and Ukhrul districts.
The organisation also reaffirmed its position as a group formed to protect the interests of the Kuki-Zo people and what it described as their ancestral land.
At the same time, the KNF warned that legal action could be initiated against individuals or groups allegedly responsible for creating and circulating defamatory content intended to mislead both the public and government authorities.
The statement comes amid heightened tensions surrounding the disappearance of six Naga civilians and reports that fourteen Kuki-Zo individuals are allegedly being held captive by Naga groups, as conflicting claims and accusations continue to surface across social and political platforms.
