Konyak Union slams delay in Oting memorial, warns government, while endorsing foothills road NH project in Mon district Nagaland
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DIMAPUR — The Konyak Union (KU) has accused Nagaland government of ‘neglecting its responsibilities’ over the proposed 2021 Oting massacre martyrs’ park in Mon, stating that continued inaction could lead to “unwanted situations” in the region.
In a press release issued on Wednesday, the stated said that despite the site having been allotted for construction, objections raised by the 42 Assam Rifles have stalled progress on the memorial.
The KU stated that it had formally taken up the matter with the government since February 2026 through proper channels but no official response has been received so far.
It also informed that a meeting held on April 21 in Mon between KU representatives and security officials, including the Commanding Officer of 42 Assam Rifles, the Inspector General Assam Rifles (North) and other officers, ended without resolution.
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Describing the issue as one of serious concern for the community, the union questioned the delay, stating that the matter relates to the memory of those killed in the Oting incident and holds significance for future generations.
The KU urged the government to expedite the process and resolve the issue at the earliest, warning that it would proceed with construction of the park. It added that if any incident arises, the union would not be held responsible.
In the same statement, the union also endorsed the proposed development of National Highways along stretches of Nagaland Foothills Road in Mon district, subject to compensation for affected landowners as per norms.
However, it expressed resentment over the poor quality and slow pace of ongoing foothills road construction, particularly in areas including the Tizit, Tekun, Tiru and Naginimora belt.
The union stated that sections of the road is in poor condition and not pliable even after a year of construction, causing inconvenience to commuters.
Informing that the matter was also brought up during the April 7 meeting convened by the state government, the KU called for expedited work, including completion of pending infrastructure such as an RCC bridge at Chainage 16.