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Imphal, November 26 2009: Kuki Students' Organisation (KSO), Khengjoy Block and Kuki Chiefs' Association (KCA), Khengjoy Block in Chandel district have expressed deep concern over the safety and security of the innocent local civilians in Khengjoy block, particularly in Old Samtal area where encounter took place between the insurgents and the security forces on November 23 .

In a joint statement, vice president of KCA Khengjoy Block Henkhongam Haokip and information secretary of KSO Khengjoy Block Letsei Haokip pointed out that frequent incidents of shoot outs in the area have disturbed the peaceful coexistence and normal life of the people.

Therefore, it is our appeal to the underground outfits not to carry out such unwanted activities in Khengjoy block in future for the sake of innocent civilians, the joint statement said.

It also appealed to the security forces and other higher authorities concerned to ensure the safety and security of the innocent civilians and allow free movement to carry on their daily activities.