Kohima: The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) and the Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA) have issued strong public statements condemning the alleged sexual harassment of female employees by IAS officer Reny Wilfred, Joint Secretary of the Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland (IDAN).
Both organisations have demanded urgent and transparent action against the accused, who is said to be a repeat offender.
In a letter addressed to the Director General of Police, Nagaland, the NSF expressed “deep concern and outrage” over the prolonged delay in concluding the investigation. The Federation called for an immediate resolution of the case, emphasizing that the continued inaction undermines justice and endangers the safety and dignity of women working in government institutions.
“It is appalling that despite the gravity of the charges and the trauma inflicted on the victims, the matter remains unresolved,” stated the NSF. “Reny Wilfred is an alleged repeat offender, and such continued impunity not only emboldens predators within the system but also shakes public confidence in the administration.”
The NSF cautioned that any interference in the investigation—be it political or bureaucratic—would be strongly opposed.
“Any such individuals or entitics attempting to shield the accused shall be held cqually responsible and accountable in the eyes of the Naga public,” it stated.
Similarly, the Naga Mothers’ Association has written to the Governor of Nagaland, urging immediate intervention. The NMA pointed out that a police inquiry report has already been submitted and demanded the suspension of the IAS officer pending further investigation.
“The NMA urges your esteemed office to ensure that justice is served to the victims and punitive measures given strictly as per the law,” the letter stated. The Association expressed strong objection to what it described as “insidious unwanted pressure from higher authorities to silence and discourage an unbiased investigation.”
The NMA further highlighted earlier complaints made by the Khiamniungan Women Organisation regarding alleged rape cases in Noklak, arguing that these, too, should be investigated seriously as indicators of a pattern of repeated offenses.
“It is a shame for any officers of the prestigious IPS or IAS, who are well versed in the laws against sexual crimes, to try to protect the officer,” the NMA stated. “The Naga Mothers will not tolerate any leniency or hushing up in these serious cases.”
Also Read | No division: Nagas continue protests against Indo-Myanmar border fencing