Imphal : Members of the Northeast India Rally (NEIR) have strongly condemned the killing of Angel Chakma in Dehradun, calling the incident brutal, inhumane, and a matter of deep national concern. The organisation has demanded immediate justice and strict punishment for all those involved, urging the Uttarakhand government to act without delay.

Expressing grief, NEIR members said they pray for the eternal peace of Angel Chakma’s soul and for strength and solace for his family, especially his parents and siblings. They also appealed to people across the country to put an end to abuse, violence, and discriminatory behaviour against individuals from the Northeast.

“We are Indians and proud to be Indian. No one should be made to feel like an outsider in their own country,” NEIR members said, adding that such incidents strike at the core of national unity and integrity.

The organisation announced that the inauguration of the NEIR programme on January 4, 2026, will begin with a condolence message and prayers in memory of Angel Chakma.

An organising committee member from Imphal said the incident reflects a wider pattern of discrimination faced by people from the Northeast. He said the NEIR platform exists to remind the nation that India’s strength lies in its diversity and that the people of the Northeast are an inseparable part of the country’s identity. “No one should ever be forced to justify their Indianness,” he added.

The committee member further said NEIR strongly condemns the racist attack on the young student and remains committed to promoting unity, dignity, and mutual respect among all communities.

A.L. Hek, BJP MLA from Meghalaya and Patron of NEIR, also condemned the incident, describing it as a racist attack that must not be tolerated. He said India is enriched by its many ethnic communities and called on citizens to stand together against hatred. “We must fight for justice and stop sowing the seeds of division. Only then can we make our country a better place to live in for you, for me, and for everyone,” he said.

NEIR reiterated its appeal to peace-loving citizens across the country to unite in the spirit of brotherhood and work collectively toward a just, inclusive, and respectful India.