Kohima: The North East Network (NEN), the Eastern Naga Students’ Association (ENSA), representing Nagas in Myanmar, and the Angami Students’ Union (ASU) have strongly condemned the death threats against Rosemary Dzüvichü, Advisor of the Naga Mothers’ Association and Co-convener of the Global Naga Forum.
The abusive post, reportedly made on the Facebook page Unified Nagaland for Christ by WJ Longkumer, contained death threats and sexually vulgar remarks directed at Dzüvichü.
North East Network (NEN) has condemned the death threats and sexually vulgar abuse issued on September 24, 2025, against Prof. Rosemary Dzüvichü, Advisor of the Naga Mothers’ Association.
The threats, posted on social media, targeted Prof. Dzüvichü for her advocacy of women’s rights and the state’s reservation policy, and were also framed as a warning to women supporting feminism.
Calling the attacks “unacceptable and unlawful,” NEN said such behaviour is a punishable offence under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and urged authorities to provide protection and take stringent action against the offenders.
Dzüvichü has long been a key voice for women’s participation in electoral politics and gender equality in Nagaland. NEN said attempts to silence women’s democratic voices are a violation of constitutional rights, and reaffirmed its solidarity with her and the feminist values she represents.
“Attempts to silence democratic voices and opinions of women are a gross violation of the constitutional rights of women and we condemn it. We stand in solidarity and extend support to Prof. Rosemary. We uphold feminist principles and values that promote peacebuilding inside and outside the homes,” the statement read.
In a statement, ENSA described the post as “an appalling act that reflects extreme violence and gender-based hatred.” The association said such behavior undermines the values of dignity, respect, and justice, adding that Dzüvichü is “widely regarded as a motherly figure and a voice of conscience for the Nagas beyond borders.”
Calling the incident not just a personal attack but “an assault on the principles of democracy, equality, and justice,” ENSA demanded swift and decisive action by law enforcement authorities against the individual responsible.
The student body also urged citizens to “reject the use of violent language, threats, and derogatory remarks, and instead promote a culture of respectful dialogue, mutual understanding, and peaceful coexistence.”
Echoing similar sentiments, the Angami Students’ Union (ASU) also issued a strong condemnation of the threat. ASU said the vulgar remarks made by WJ Longkumer were “reprehensible and have no place in a society that values respect, dignity, and the safety of its citizens.”
The union emphasized that differences of opinion should never justify intimidation or abuse, and called upon the authorities to take immediate legal action to ensure such misconduct is not repeated.
“The Angami Students’ Union stands in solidarity with Prof. Rosemary Dzüvichü against this unwarranted attack and reiterates that public discourse must remain grounded in reason, responsibility, and respect,” the statement read.
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