Guwahati, June 1 -- By NE NOW NEWS

Imphal: The United Naga Council (UNC) on Monday cancelled the proposed release of 14 Kuki detainees that had earlier been scheduled for 2 pm in the presence of Home Commissioner Ashok Kumar and other dignitaries.

The apex Naga body said the decision was taken in view of prevailing sentiments among the Naga public.

In a declaration issued from its headquarters in Senapati, the UNC stated that the proposed release stood cancelled considering the growing public concern surrounding the issue. The statement was issued at around 6 pm on Monday.

"Considering the prevailing sentiments of the Naga public, the proposed release of the 14 Kuki detainees, earlier scheduled at 2.00 PM on June 1, 2026, hereby stand...