Kukiland: The Kuki National Organisation (KNO) and the United People’s Front (UPF) have unequivocally condemned the incident in Khongbal, Khamenlok Area, Kangpokpi District, which claimed the lives of three innocent civilians on 19th October 2026.
In a joint press statement issued on 19th October 2026 under Ref No. PR/UPFKNO/26/003, the two umbrella organisations of Kuki armed groups under Suspension of Operations (SoO) said they stand firm for peace and expressed sincere condolences to the bereaved families.
The KNO and UPF clarified with sincerity that they have no involvement in the tragic incident. The groups said their constituent organisations are committed to the SoO agreement and the ongoing peace process with the Government of India.
The organisations also cautioned against false blame being placed on their constituent organisations in connection with the incident. They urged all concerned to verify facts and not to malign the image of groups that are maintaining peace.
The statement was issued by the Department of Information and Publicity of KNO and UPF. The incident at Khongbal in the Khamenlok area has created tension in the region, and the KNO-UPF condemnation comes amid apprehensions of blame being put on SoO groups.
