New Delhi: Sources told news agency ANI that the Indian Army on Wednesday allowed the Nagaland Special Investigation Team (SIT) to record the statements of soldiers involved in the incidents in which 14 civilians were killed in Nagaland’s Mon district earlier this month. Was gone
The unit is located in Jorhat district of Assam.
“From day one, the Indian Army had assured the authorities of support and cooperation to investigate the incidents on December 4,” the source said.
All the jawans and officers involved in the horrific incident of ambush on December 4 will be interrogated and their statements will be recorded.
The development came after the Indian Army said on Sunday that the investigation into the killings of civilians in Nagaland was progressing at a rapid pace and all efforts were being made to complete it at the earliest.
“We have taken notice of people to come forward and assist us in the investigation by providing any information, including videos, photos or any other material from original sources, and would be grateful for that,” the military said in a statement.
“The Indian Army deeply regrets the loss of lives during the December 4 incident in Mon district, the loss of lives is truly tragic and unfortunate,” the statement said.
“Indian Army is also fully cooperating with the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe ordered by the state government and necessary details are being shared in time. We request all brothers and sisters of Nagaland to be patient and appreciate the findings of the Army.” Request you to wait. Inquiry. We assure you that action will be taken as per law to ensure justice for all.”
Noting that the people of Nagaland “have always cooperated and assisted the security forces in maintaining peace and tranquility over the past several decades”, the army said: “We share with you a deep bond of brotherhood, trust and friendship. Let us work together. For a brighter and better future”.
On 4 December, a unit of 21 Para Special Forces attacked a suspected cadre of NSCN-K-Yung Aung faction near Tiru village in Mon district and instead of killing the suspected terrorists, killed eight civilian miners from Oting village, Those who were returning home by pickup truck.
According to reports, six civilians were immediately killed and two were seriously injured in the ambush.
After the incident came to light, the villagers ran to search for the missing miners and their bodies were found. In retaliation, the villagers attacked the local armed forces and in the ensuing shelling, seven more civilians and a jawan were killed.
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