Kangpokpi: In a moving show of solidarity and compassion, Kuki-Zo women from Kangpokpi town joined the ongoing peaceful sit-in protest at Taphou Kuki village on Sunday, where families of the 14 abducted Kuki-Zo individuals renewed their heartfelt appeal to both the abductors and the Central Government for the safe and unconditional release of their loved ones.
The women, led by the Kangpokpi Women Welfare Organisation (KWWO) under the aegis of the Kangpokpi Town Committee (KTC), visited the protest site to stand in support of grieving families who have endured nearly four weeks of fear, uncertainty and emotional trauma since the abduction of the hostages.
During a solemn programme held at the residence of Taphou Kuki village chief Lenkhomang Chongloi, the delegation handed over financial assistance collected from residents of Kangpokpi town to the affected families. The assistance was presented in the presence of KTC chairman Seilam Singsit and village elders.
The protest site witnessed an emotional gathering as women, villagers and family members joined hands in prayer along the highway, seeking divine intervention for peace, harmony and the safe return of the captives.
The visiting women remained at the protest venue until late afternoon, offering moral and emotional support to families whose repeated appeals have yet to bring any breakthrough.
Speaking on behalf of the hostage families, Ngahneikim Chongloi described the unbearable pain and uncertainty they have endured over the past 27 days.
“For 27 days, we have lived between hope and despair. Every morning begins with unanswered questions, and every night ends without knowing when our loved ones will come home,” she said emotionally.
She expressed disappointment that despite repeated appeals over nearly a month, the families were still waiting for a concrete response that could bring them relief.
Clarifying the purpose of the ongoing protest, Ngahneikim stressed that the demonstration was purely humanitarian and not politically motivated.
“This protest is not about politics or division. It is the cry of mothers, wives, children and families who are carrying immense pain. We only want the world to understand the hardships we are going through every single day,” she stated.
Making a direct appeal to those holding the captives as well as the authorities concerned, she urged them to look at the situation with compassion and humanity.
“Please see us as fellow human beings. Understand our sorrow and feel our pain. We are only asking for our loved ones to return home safely,” she pleaded.
Her emotional appeal moved many at the gathering, with several attendees struggling to hold back tears as the families shared the trauma and anguish they continue to endure.
As the peaceful protest entered its fourth week, the families once again appealed for compassion and urgent intervention, urging all concerned to rise above differences and act in the interest of humanity.
