NPMHR
The Naga Peoples Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR) has expressed immense outrage and has condemned the inhumane act of killing Late Hesso Mao, former DGP Nagaland Police at his personal residence by a group of assassins masquerading in the name of a certain armed Naga political group at Kohima on the 8th November 2005. NPMHR has voiced utmost concern over the extreme measures indulged especially in targeting and doing away with the life of a sincere and committed (retired) police official by some desperate elements especially during “this crucial moment of peace effort in Naga homeland.”
“We extend our critical solidarity and sincere empathy for the mourning family members of Former DGP Late Hesso Mao whose life has been shockingly snatched away by the cruel hands of hatred and evil design in this tragic event,” a release said NPMHR has also questioned the serious ‘lapse of security’ on the part of the Government leading to the brutal murder of the former DGP of Nagaland Police which reflects a very alarming scene of callous vigilance even within the existing state security mechanism.
NPMHR demands that a judicious investigation be instituted to identify and arrest the perpetrators of this crime in the interest of Peace and justice. NPMHR also encourages the re-examination and necessary overhauling of the existing security matrix in order to retain the morale of the people who make hard and conscious decision to create a secured environment for the society in general besides restoring a semblance of dignity to the Nagaland Police Service cadres who will not be made vulnerable in their line of duty due to inadequate measure of security, the release added.
Poumai Tsiidoumai Me
The Poumai Tsiidoumai Me (PTM) has condemned the assassination of former DGP Hesso in the strongest terms and has asked the culprits to realize the folly of such a dastardly act. In a statement, the president of the student body has termed the act as an act of cowardice which is not justifiable under any circumstances. Stating late Hesho as a prominent figure in the Naga society who had contributed a lot, he called upon the Naga brethren to desist from such acts as the Nagas are entering into the most crucial juncture when Nagas cannot effort to lose lives.
“Doing away with the life of a prominent figure is not helping our cause,” he added and also called upon the almighty to console and provide solace to the bereaved family.The body also expressed their heartfelt sorrow and conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members.
South Nagas Union of Nagaland State
The South Nagas Union of Nagaland State (SNUNS) has strongly condemned the ‘senseless killing’ of M. Hesso, retired GGP Nagaland while it expressed shock at the same.
In a press release, CD Pao, General Secretary of SNUNS, stated that killing will not bring any solution but rather self destruction while it appealed to stop killing in the society.
The release described late Hesso as a leader of very high calibre who had rendered his entire service in defending the rights of the Naga people and noted that his untimely death has left an ‘unfillable vacuum’ in the Naga society.
The release also conveyed heartfelt condolence to the bereaved family and peace for the departed soul was also prayed for.
Tangkhul Longphang
The Tangkhul community has strongly condemned the assassination of Hesso Mao, former DGP Nagaland and termed the act as a ‘most heinous and beastly act’.
In a condemnation letter, N.A. Kasar, President of Tangkhul Longphang Dimapur, on behalf of the community, stated that the Nagas have lost one of its best sons and appealed to the concerned authorities to ‘gear up’ the required security measure throughout the state to avoid recurrence of such an unfortunate incident in future.
He further prayed for strength and solace to the bereaved family while praying for peace to the departed soul.
Malayali Samajan
The Malayali Samajan Kohima (MSK) has expressed its profound sorrow at the untimely demise of M. Hesso Mao (IPS) retired Director General of Police, Nagaland and also conveyed heartfelt condolence to the bereaved family.
In a condolence message, the President of MSK stated that late Hesso was a highly decorated Police Officer and an able administrator. He further stated that Hesso’s death was not only a loss to his kith and kin but also a big loss for the society.
Dimapur District Badminton Association
Arep Chankija, President Dimapur District Badminton Association (DDBA) on behalf of its members has offered condolences to the bereaved family members of Late Hesso Mao, Rtd. DGP of Nagaland. In a release issued by the President DDBA conveyed their shock about such an amiable and friendly personality could fall victim to the mindless and cruel act of the criminals. Hesso Mao, besides being true to official responsibilities was a genuine and humane person and his active love for sports, the valuable contribution towards the promotion of the game of badminton in Dimapur District will always be an inspiration and remembered, the message said.
