The Western Naga Youth Front (WNYF) convened a consultative meeting on April 24 at Diphupar Village Council Hall. The meeting was attended by representatives from associated tribal youth and patron organisations, namely DAYO, RYOD, DNYO, ZYOD, WCYO, DENSU (representing youths of 7 eastern tribes), and BAN, informed a press release by WNYF.

The house deliberated extensively on the prevailing social unrest and expressed grave concern over the rising crime rate within our society, especially the alarming increase in crimes against women. “There was a unanimous sentiment of disappointment at the perceived failure of the administration and government in ensuring justice for the victims,” stated the organisation. After thorough discussion, the following cases were analysed and resolutions were adopted:

-The physical assault of a nurse at the District Hospital Dimapur on February 24 which remained unresolved with charge-sheet yet to be filed.

-The murder of a young mother at Pimla on April 7 which is yet to see any substantial progress in investigation or justice delivery.

-The sexual assault of multiple women by an IAS officer, beginning as early as 2021, which await a verdict despite widespread condemnation and demand for justice.

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“The inability of the administration/government to act swiftly and decisively in these cases is deeply concerning and condemnable. Justice delayed is justice denied, and in these cases, justice is clearly being denied. We caution that continued inaction may lead to unrest if the people, especially the youth, begin to lose patience and take matters into their own hands. The government must take immediate steps to restore public trust by holding the perpetrators accountable and delivering timely justice,” asserted the organisation.

The WNYF also resolved to extend full support to the ongoing protest by CTAN and NNQF against the regularisation of 147 contractual Assistant Professors and librarian. “Should the authorities fail to address this issue satisfactorily, WNYF will not hesitate to join in further agitation and will fully cooperate in any future course of action deemed necessary by the protesting bodies as it directly concerns all the youths,” expressed the WNYF.