In a shocking turn of events, the Deputy Leader of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) Kilonser Khampei Konyak was assassinated by unidentified assailants in Mon district, sending shockwaves across the region. The incident took place on 21ST february in Tizit under Mon district near Assam-Arunachal border. The incident occurred at his residence, where the deputy leader fell victim to a brazen attack by unknown miscreants.
As per sources, the deputy leader of NSCN-IM was at his residence when a group of six unknown miscreants entered his home and opened fire at him. The NSCN-IM leader died while being taken to the hospital.
A probe has been initiated by the Tizit police swiftly to investigate into the heinous crime.
The repercussions of this tragic event are likely to reverberate across the region, underscoring the pressing need for sustained efforts towards peace, reconciliation, and inclusive development in Nagaland and the broader northeastern region of India.
The NSCN-IM (National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah) is one of the major insurgent groups operating in the northeastern state of Nagaland, India. The organization has been actively involved in a decades-long struggle for greater autonomy or even independence for the Naga-inhabited areas, which span across parts of northeastern India and northwestern Myanmar (Burma).
Despite several rounds of talks and agreements, a lasting resolution to the Naga issue remains elusive. The region has experienced periods of relative calm interspersed with episodes of violence and unrest.
Could the assassination of the NSCN-IM deputy leader sparked concerns regarding potential ramifications on the fragile peace process in the region amongs the insurgent groups?