As tensions persist, the Kuki-Zo community is set to take to the streets in a peaceful yet determined demonstration. Organized across all Kuki-inhabited regions, the February 18 rally seeks immediate political solutions, including a Union Territory with Legislature.
BY PC Bureau
Churachandpur, Manipur: The Kuki-Zo Council (KC) has announced a “Peaceful Rally for Immediate Political Solution” on February 18 across all Kuki-inhabited districts, urging the Central government to address their long-standing demand for a separate administration—Union Territory with Legislature.
In the national capital, the rally will take place at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, organized by the Kuki Students’ Organization (KSO) Delhi and the Kuki-Zo Women’s Forum Delhi.
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Rally Coordination Across Regions
The decision was made during the Kuki Council’s meetings on February 8 and 11 in Churachandpur. The Council has assigned several key organizations to lead the rally in their respective districts:
- Churachandpur – Under the Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF)
- Kangpokpi – Led by Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) & Kuki Inpi Sadar Hills
- Pherzawl & Jiribam – Led by Indigenous Tribes Advocacy Committee (ITAC), Kuki Inpi Jiribam, and allied bodies
- Tengnoupal (Moreh) – Under Hill Tribal Council (HTC)
- Chandel – Led by Kuki Inpi Chandel & Kuki Chief Association
- Delhi & NCR – Organized by KSO Delhi & NCR & Kuki Women’s Forum Delhi
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Key Demands of the Protest
The rally aims to push for the following demands:
- Formal discussion of the Kuki-Zo issue in Parliament
- Grant of Separate Administration (Union Territory with Legislature)
- No Solution, No Peace
- No Border Fencing without a Political Solution
- Justice for the leaked ‘Biren Audio Tapes’
The rally will be conducted peacefully, with no violent demonstrations, hate speech, or personal attacks. Indian flags will be prominently displayed to emphasize the community’s commitment to democratic processes. Protesters are encouraged to wear black attire as a mark of unity and resistance. A common banner, digital visuals, press statement, and memorandum will be provided by the Kuki Council to ensure uniformity in messaging. A formal memorandum will be submitted to the Home Minister, with each district forwarding their copy through the respective Deputy Commissioner.
The Kuki-Zo Council has urged all community members, allied organizations, and supporters to join the rally and demonstrate their unwavering commitment to justice and self-governance. This event is expected to be one of the most organized and unified demonstrations in the ongoing struggle for a separate administration.
