Kuki-Zo Community Observes 23rd Remembrance Day, Reaffirming Hope for Political Settlement

The Kuki-Zo community solemnly observed the 23rd Remembrance Day across Sadar Hills, marking the occasion with a renewed sense of determination to secure a long-overdue political resolution. The day was dedicated to honoring the sacrifices of Kuki-Zo martyrs who laid down their lives in the ongoing conflict, with community members emphasizing that their supreme sacrifice must not be in vain.

As a gesture of tribute, all shops, business establishments, and educational institutions—both private and government-run—remained closed throughout the district. The streets bore a quiet testament to the community’s collective grief and resilience, as daily activities came to a standstill. Instead of engaging in routine affairs, families and individuals chose to remain indoors, reflecting on the significance of the day and paying silent homage to their fallen brethren.

The main Remembrance Day event, organized under the aegis of the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), was held at the Martyrs' Cemetery in Phaijang, Sadar Hills. With heavy hearts yet unwavering resolve, attendees gathered at the sacred site to pay their respects. Amid a solemn atmosphere, community leaders, tribal elders, and representatives from various organizations reaffirmed their commitment to achieving a political solution that honors the sacrifices of the martyrs.

Key leaders from Kuki Inpi, SAHILCA, student bodies, and prominent tribe organizations, along with women's groups and CoTU executive members, were present at the event. In their addresses, they echoed a unified call for justice and a dignified resolution to the political aspirations of the Kuki-Zo people.

The observance of the 23rd Remembrance Day not only served as a tribute to the fallen but also as a rallying cry for unity and perseverance. The community, standing resolute in its demands, reiterated that their struggle for a just and lasting political settlement must be realized to uphold the legacy of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

The event concluded with a collective pledge to continue the pursuit of justice, peace, and self-determination, reinforcing the hope that the long-cherished political solution will soon become a reality.