Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton has expressed deep concern over the recent tensions and reported violence between the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities in parts of Kiphire district, appealing to both communities to maintain calm and exercise utmost restraint.

Taking note of the prohibitory orders imposed by the district administration under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), Patton urged all concerned to refrain from any action that could aggravate the situation or further disrupt peace and normalcy in the affected areas.

He also called on members of both communities to strictly comply with the directives issued by the district administration and extend full cooperation to law enforcement agencies in their efforts to restore normalcy.

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Emphasising the importance of peaceful coexistence, the Deputy Chief Minister said differences must be resolved through dialogue rather than confrontation. He urged all parties to work together to safeguard peace, harmony and fraternity in the region.

Patton’s appeal comes amid efforts by the district administration and police to contain tensions following reports of violence and damage to property in parts of Kiphire district.