The Chümoukedima Village Council (CVC) has expressed dismay over the general referencing of Tsiedukhru Range as “Pagala Pahar” and has warned legal action or punitive measures as deemed fit under customary practice against anyone who continues to use the disparaging term.

In a public notice, CVC chairman Razouvotuo Chatsu and gaon bura (GB) Khriezo Shüya stated that despite repeated public clarifications to refrain from referring to the Tsiedukhru Range as “Pagala Pahar”, it is disheartening that several media houses, social media users, and YouTubers continue to use this disparaging term.

“The Tsiedukhru Range holds deep traditional and historical significance for Chümoukedima and its natives, being closely tied to the village’s folklores and legends. Reducing a revered place of heritage to a slang term is not only offensive but also an intentional attempt to undermine and belittle the village’s history,” the CVC stated.

Towards this, CVC explicitly announced that henceforth, any person, group, or agency using the slang “Pagala Pahar” in reference to the Tsiedukhru Range shall face appropriate legal action or punitive measures as deemed fit under customary practice.

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