Rashtrahit Sarvopari Sangathan has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to order an NIA probe into the killing of six abducted Naga civilians and review security lapses in Manipur.
Imphal, June 13: Rashtrahit Sarvopari Sangathan (RSS) has submitted a detailed representation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking urgent intervention in what it described as a grave humanitarian and security crisis arising from the abduction and killing of six Naga civilians in Manipur.
In a memorandum dated June 13, the organisation's National President, Sohan Giri, expressed concern over the failure to secure the release of all hostages abducted during the violence that erupted on May 13, 2026. The organisation said it had earlier alerted the Prime Minister's Office about the hostage situation through a grievance petition filed on May 18 and had sought coordinated action from central and state authorities to rescue those held captive.
According to the representation, more than 40 civilians from tribal communities were reportedly abducted during retaliatory violence that followed the unrest. While some hostages were rescued through the intervention of security forces, the organisation claimed that 20 civilians remained in captivity for an extended period. These reportedly included 14 Kuki-Zo civilians and six Liangmai Naga civilians, among them minors, a differently-abled person and church leaders.
The memorandum stated that Rashtrahit Sarvopari Sangathan had urged authorities at the time to launch immediate rescue operations involving Central Armed Police Forces, state police and other agencies, while also ensuring normal movement along national highways and maintaining the supply of essential commodities.
The organisation noted that while the 14 Kuki hostages were eventually released after nearly a month in captivity, the six abducted Naga civilians did not return alive. Their deaths, it said, had shocked the nation and caused immense grief among their families and communities.
Describing the incident as a serious challenge to constitutional governance and the rule of law, the organisation said the abduction of innocent civilians and their subsequent deaths could not be justified under any political, ethnic or ideological circumstances.
The representation also raised a series of questions regarding the handling of the hostage crisis. These included whether adequate intelligence inputs were available, whether there were gaps in coordination among security agencies, and whether sufficient operational measures had been undertaken to secure the safe release of all captives.
It further sought clarity on the identity of the armed groups or criminal networks responsible for the abductions and killings and asked what measures were being implemented to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The organisation also referred to various allegations circulating on social media regarding the treatment of hostages and possible human rights violations. While stating that it had not independently verified such claims, the memorandum stressed that all serious allegations should be subjected to impartial and scientific investigation so that accountability could be established.
According to the representation, the ongoing situation in Manipur has moved beyond a conventional law-and-order issue and now raises concerns relating to national security, internal stability, communal harmony and public confidence in democratic institutions.
Among its key recommendations, Rashtrahit Sarvopari Sangathan called for the investigation into the abduction and killing of the six Naga civilians to be handed over to the National Investigation Agency or another appropriate central agency. It also sought the constitution of a high-level judicial inquiry commission to examine the entire hostage crisis.
The organisation further recommended a comprehensive review of the response by administrative, intelligence and security agencies to identify any shortcomings and fix accountability where necessary. It also called for intensified action against armed groups, illegal weapons networks, extortion syndicates and other criminal elements operating in the region.
Additional suggestions included strengthening border and internal security mechanisms, ensuring uninterrupted movement along national highways, providing compensation and rehabilitation support to affected families, and initiating a structured peace dialogue involving all communities under the supervision of the Government of India.
The memorandum also urged authorities to take legal action against individuals or organisations accused of spreading misinformation, hatred or propaganda that could aggravate tensions. It further proposed the formulation of a long-term peace, reconciliation and rehabilitation framework for Manipur.
Concluding the representation, the organisation appealed to the Prime Minister to ensure a fair investigation into the killings, strict action against those responsible and decisive measures to restore peace, security and constitutional order in the state.
