The Kuki-Zo Council has appealed to all Kuki-Zo organisations and community groups across India to organise candlelight vigils in their respective cities and towns to honour the memory of Nengtinlhing Haokip, who died after suffering serious injuries linked to the ongoing violence in Manipur. In a notice and appeal issued on January 20, 2026, the council said it was deeply saddened by the untimely death of Haokip, who succumbed to her injuries on January 11 after undergoing prolonged medical treatment. The statement described her death as a tragic loss and said the incident reflected the severe human cost of the conflict that has continued to affect parts of the state.
According to the council, the proposed candlelight vigils are intended to serve as a peaceful and collective expression of grief and solidarity. The council urged members of the Kuki-Zo community to come together in a calm and dignified manner to remember the deceased and to stand with other victims who have suffered during the violence. The appeal asked participants to use the vigil to pay tribute to Haokip, express support for those affected by similar incidents, and reiterate demands for justice, dignity, and protection of life. It said such gatherings would be a symbol of remembrance and unity at a time when many families continue to live with fear and uncertainty.
The council also said that the vigils should remain solemn and respectful. It said the aim was not to inflame tensions but to highlight the pain endured by ordinary people and to remind authorities and the wider public of the need for peace and accountability.
