ITLF to Observe Separation Day on May 3 at Wall of Remembrance

Tuithaphai, April 23, 2025, Virthli(ONP): The Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF) has announced that it will observe Separation Day on May 3, 2025, marking two years since the community's separation from the Meitei population in Manipur. The observance will take place at the Wall of Remembrance in Tuibong, a monument that symbolizes collective grief, resilience, and unity among the Kuki-Zo tribes.

The day will be dedicated to remembrance and reflection for victims of the ethnic conflict that has deeply affected the Kuki-Zo communities. According to the ITLF, the event will include a range of activities such as prayers, exhortations for victims and their families, a keynote address, organizational reports, and speeches by various tribal leaders.

A key highlight of the program will be the Jangnadopna ceremony - a traditional condolence ritual honoring those who lost their lives during the conflict.

While there will be no official shutdown on May 3, authorities have stated that traffic movement around the Wall of Remembrance will be restricted to ensure the program proceeds smoothly and respectfully.

The ITLF has extended an open invitation to tribal organizations, student bodies, philanthropic groups, media personnel, and the general public to attend and participate. The forum emphasized that the event is an opportunity for collective remembrance, unity, and a reaffirmation of shared purpose.

“We invite everyone to stand with us on this solemn day to honor the past, strengthen our resolve, and move forward in unity,” said the ITLF’s Department of Information & Publicity in its statement.

ITLF Reaffirm Unity and Resolve to Continue Operations

Tuithaphai, April 17, 2025, Virthli(ONP): The presidents of all recognised tribes under the Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF) convened a crucial meeting today in Lamka to discuss the current status and future direction of the organisation amidst ongoing challenges and evolving political circumstances.

During the meeting, leaders unanimously reaffirmed the foundational purpose of the ITLF as a unified platform formed by all recognised tribes in Churachandpur district to address shared tribal concerns. The assembly resolved that ITLF shall continue to operate as a collective voice for the tribal communities, maintaining its core mission of safeguarding common interests.

Given the continued unresolved conflict with the Meitei community, the presidents agreed that all departments under ITLF would remain active and fully operational to address ongoing and emerging issues.

As part of its future course of action, the forum has scheduled a follow-up meeting for Saturday, April 19, 2025. The meeting will further deliberate on ITLF’s roadmap and will include planning for the upcoming Separation Day to be observed on May 3. The event is expected to see the participation of all ITLF executives, tribe presidents, and departmental heads.

Reaffirming their collective commitment, the tribal leaders expressed their dedication to tirelessly working for the welfare and rights of the tribal communities represented under the ITLF.

The meeting was chaired by K. Lalbiaksanga, President of the Mizo People's Convention (MPC) General Headquarters, and recorded by Nangzakai Suante, Secretary (Organisation) of the Vaiphei Peoples’ Council (VPC) General Headquarters.