Guwahati, June 26 -- Reported by Bit Irom

Imphal: The All Naga Students' Association, Manipur (ANSAM), has expressed strong indignation over the apology issued by the self-styled leaders of the Kuki-Zo Council regarding the killing of six Naga hostages following their abduction.

ANSAM also called upon the government to discharge its constitutional responsibilities with utmost urgency.

ANSAM categorically stated that the statement in question neither constitutes a genuine apology nor an admission of the unlawful and inhumane crimes allegedly committed by the KNF(P) and Lailon Vaiphei Kuki villagers.

Instead, it said the council's statement amounts to a direct challenge and insult to the Naga people, reflecting arrogance and a sense of ...