Guwahati, June 9 -- By NE NOW NEWS

Imphal: Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) on Tuesday welcomed the release of 14 Kuki-Zo individuals who had been held since May 13 and expressed gratitude to government agencies, security forces and civil society organisations involved in securing their safe return.

In a statement, KIM thanked the Central and Manipur governments, the Director General of Police, Assam Rifles, the United Naga Council, the Naga Students' Federation and other civil society organisations that participated in a meeting held in Senapati on June 7, which preceded the release of the hostages.

The organisation said the coordinated efforts of all stakeholders contributed to the safe release of the 14 individuals.

KIM also acknowledged th...