Cabinet decided to withdraw from tripartee Soo with KNA AND ZRA

Cabinet reviewed the law and order situation in various districts in view of the rallies held today at Churachandpur, Kangpokpi and Tengnoupal districts. Cabinet noted that the rallies were organized for a cause which is unconstitutional and the rallies therefore were illegal. After detail deliberation, Cabinet decided to withdraw the State Government from tripartite talks / SOO agreements with 2 hill-based insurgent groups, namely the Kuki National Army (KNA) and the Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) whose leaders hail from outside the State. 

Cabinet further reaffirmed that the State Government will not compromise on steps taken to protect the State’s forest resources and for eradicating poppy cultivation. Show cause notices have been issued to DC and SPs of Churachandpur and Tengnoupal for allowing the rally in violation of prohibitory orders under CrPC 144. Strong action will be taken on officers responsible for lapses in security.