The Poumai Naga Union (PNU) has resolved to dissociate from the United Naga Council (UNC) and other associated organizations such as the All Naga Students Association, Manipur (ANSAM), Naga Women's Union, Manipur (NWUM), and Naga People's Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR).
The resolution was adopted during the 3rd assembly of the union held on May 31, 2024, at the Sanyi Dahrii Memorial Sports Complex, Khabung Karong in Senapati district
Seven resolutions were adopted in the assembly wherein the decision to dissociate from UNC and other naga bodies was also adopted.
After a thorough examination of the order dated May 20, 2024 (ref. no. 42-03/24-25/ORDR/MKA/GPRN), served to 11 Poumai Naga leaders, the PNU concluded that it will reserve the right to "DEFEND AND SECURE" the Poumai people against any threats to their existence, well- being, and freedom of the Poumai tribe as a human community with zero tolerance of interference from any outside entity and unanimously resolved not to accept nor honour the order.
The assembly has requested the withdrawal of the indictment order within 15 days from May 31, 2024. Failure to comply may compel the PNU to initiate further actions, including launching a non-cooperation movement to protect their vital interests.
The assembly also resolved that the Poumai Naga leaders named in the indictment order shall not resign from their respective public and social offices, as they were elected by the Poumai assembly to continue their mandated roles.
Furthermore, the assembly nullified the recommendation letter issued to Ng. Lorho for the presidency of the UNC, effectively debarring him from representing the PNU or holding any position in related organizations.
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