Home Commissioner communiqué on Kiphire situation

January 3, 2018 89 Views No Comment

Home Commissioner Communiqué on Kiphire situation

As per reports received from District Administration, Kiphire, Situation in Sitimi, Kiphire is tense but under control.

For the last few days, District Administration has been taking all necessary steps to ensure that the situation remains peaceful and cordial relations between Sumis and Sangtams is not disrupted.

In order to prevent rumour mongering, necessary steps have been taken to restrict the use of social media for spreading rumours. Any attempt to create mischief or promote discord by circulating mischievous messages on Social Media will be dealt with severely.

Additional forces have been deployed in Sitimi for ensuring peace and normal law and order situation. District Administration has imposed prohibitory orders under Section 144 CrPC to prevent any untoward incident. IRB units and Assam Rifles are also on standby to ensure peaceful situation.

Senior leaders from both communities have appealed for peace and normalcy. Government also appeals to all concerned to maintain peace and not do anything that disrupts normal life.

Issued by:

Abhishek Singh

Home Commissioner

Government of Nagaland