The North East Students’ Organisation (NESO) has called for urgent and decisive measures to end the ongoing violence in Manipur, expressing deep concern over the continued loss of lives and the breakdown of social harmony.
In a statement, NESO—an umbrella body representing student organisations across the Northeast—said the recurring cycle of violence has turned into a serious humanitarian crisis, with innocent civilians suffering the most.
NESO chairman SB Jyrwa said, “Repeated acts of violence against unarmed civilians pose a grave threat to human dignity, security, and the fundamental right to live in peace.”
The organisation noted that the prolonged unrest has caused immense suffering to families and communities, leaving behind grief, fear, and uncertainty. It extended condolences to bereaved families and expressed solidarity with all affected.
“The pain endured by the people of Manipur is a shared pain of the entire Northeast,” Jyrwa added.
NESO also criticised the inability of both state and central governments to effectively intervene and restore normalcy, terming it a serious lapse in governance and responsibility.
The organisation demanded immediate, fair, and transparent action to prevent further escalation and ensure justice for victims. It stressed that those responsible must be identified and held accountable under the law.
Appealing for calm, NESO urged all communities and stakeholders to exercise restraint and prioritise dialogue over violence.
“Violence is never a solution. Only dialogue and mutual respect can address underlying issues and pave the way for lasting peace,” Jyrwa said.
Reaffirming its commitment to peacebuilding, NESO highlighted its past efforts to promote harmony in the region and stated that restoring peace in Manipur is both a regional necessity and a moral responsibility.
“The time has come for authorities to act with urgency, sincerity, and accountability,” he added.
