Imphal: The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has sought a factual report from the Manipur Government and the state police on a petition alleging the abduction and hostage-taking of innocent Naga tribal civilians in the state.

In a notice dated June 10, 2026, the Commission issued directions to the Chief Secretary of Manipur and the Director General of Police (DGP), Manipur, after taking cognizance of a representation submitted by Asem Roshan Singh on May 22, 2026. The petition raised concerns over the reported abduction and hostage-taking of Naga tribal civilians.

Acting under the powers vested in it through Article 338A of the Constitution of India, the NCST directed the state authorities to furnish the facts of the case along with details of the action taken within 30 days of receiving the notice.

The Commission stated that the matter had been accepted for investigation and inquiry. It further warned that if no response is received within the stipulated period, it may invoke the powers of a Civil Court available under Article 338A and issue summons requiring the appearance of the concerned officials or their representatives.

The notice was issued by Kushal Dev Verma, Deputy Secretary of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes. A copy of the communication has also been forwarded to the petitioner.

The Commission’s action marks the initiation of a formal process to obtain information from the concerned authorities regarding the allegations. However, the NCST has not made any findings on the claims at this stage, and the matter remains under examination pending receipt of reports from the Government of Manipur and the Manipur Police.