Dimapur, February 14 The situation in Moava village, which was affected by violence in Nagaland's Chümoukedima district, was under control on Saturday, with no further incidents reported despite tight security arrangements, police said.
At least 26 people were injured in a clash that occurred on Friday in the village, which falls under the Medziphema sub-division, due to a long-standing land dispute.
The clash took place between villagers and members of the Chakhroma Youth Organisation (CYO).
Sutminlal Vaiphei, chairman of the Moava Village Council, who addressed the media on Saturday, said that efforts are being made to resolve the issue through dialogue.
He clarified that the violence was caused by a dispute over a specific plot of land, and there was no attempt to obstruct development activities.
The police appealed to the public to maintain peace, refrain from spreading rumors, and cooperate with authorities to ensure harmony and prevent such an incident from happening again. PRI CORR NBS NBS BDC
