Dimapur, January 3 (MExN): The NSCN-Khaplang rues the “self-willed and unauthorised action by own cadres deployed in Tissari region” on January 2 where “way-ward and out of formation PAN personnel” fired upon the residence of one NSCN (IM) worker. The firing resulted in the injuries of two innocent civilians, a note from “lt. gen” Niki Sumi of the NSCN-Khaplang stated today. “The IM member was reportedly not present at the time of deplorable incident,” he explained.
“The Tissary region being isolated remains incommunicado from the headquarters at most times, as a result several such unwanted incidents has been occurring between the NSCN’s even in the past. However, such skirmishes out of the chain of command and without the approval or directives from the HQ’s are being tackled with matured approach,” the note from Sumi stated.
The note assured that the “people’s army’s authority” shall initiate ‘appropriate measures’ to prevent recurrence of such incidents in the future. “While expressing regret for the untoward act, the PAN/NSCN also conveys sincere prayer for early recovery of the victims,” Sumi added.
