Imphal, Sept. 18 -- The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) has threatened to launch a "full-fledged agitation" if the Centre fails to address its administrative, humanitarian and security concerns by October 10, 2026, while accusing the National Investigation Agency (NIA) of selective operations against the community.

In a statement, the KZC said Kuki-Zo people were facing severe shortages of food and essential commodities in parts of Kamjong, Kangpokpi, Noney and Tamenglong districts due to an economic blockade imposed by the United Naga Council (UNC).

The council also expressed concern over what it described as "selective and disproportionate" NIA operations in Kuki-Zo areas. It alleged that innocent civilians were frequently summoned for question...