Kuki-Zo Council admits six Nagas were killed by Kukis
The Kuki-Zo Council has publicly admitted that members of their community killed six Liangmai Naga villagers during recent ethnic tensions in Manipur. This marks the first formal expression of regret following a series of abductions and retaliatory killings between the two groups.
Why it matters
This admission is a significant development in the ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur, potentially impacting regional peace negotiations and community relations.
The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), the apex body of the Kuki-Zo tribes in Manipur, on Thursday (June 25, 2026) admitted that members of their community executed six Liangmai Naga villagers who were abducted after three Thadou church leaders were killed in an ambush more than a month ago.
The article reports on a sensitive ethnic conflict by citing specific statements from the involved council and historical context of the violence.
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