Dimapur, November 23 (MExN): The Village Council Upper Tiru in Naginimora, Mon has alleged that the council chairman and ‘Rana Peyu’ were assaulted by some members of the NSCN/GPRN on November 16. According to the Upper Tira Council, around 20 cadres led by “Commander” Wangpoh, “Major” Noktha and Tahlem in full arms came to the village and demanded “100 kgs of rice and a big pig.” The villagers reportedly provided them with some chickens and rice, and told them that they would arrange for the pig the next morning. However, the following morning at about 6 am, when the duo to meet the cadres, they were beaten, mercilessly without any explanation. The Village Council Upper Tiru has issued a press note condemning the incident.
