Kohima: The Nagaland Civil Service Association is pushing the state government to launch an independent, time-bound probe into misconduct claims against Kiphire Deputy Commissioner Temsuwati Longkumer. NCSA President Kethosituo Sekhose issued a statement on October 27 calling for a formal process to handle the allegations currently swirling online.
The controversy stems from a representation submitted to the Commissioner of Nagaland that later went viral. While the association maintains that public servants are not above scrutiny, it warns that the current trend of social media judgment undermines the truth. The NCSA argues that circulation of unverified claims does not equal proof of guilt.
Sekhose cautioned against the impact of current public discourse on the legal process. “Premature conclusions, personal attacks and trial by social media can cause irreversible harm to the reputation and dignity of a serving officer, and may also prejudice a fair and impartial inquiry,” Sekhose said.
The NCSA has asked civil society, media outlets, and online users to back off. They want an end to the personal vilification of Longkumer. The association insists that accountability relies on evidence and due process rather than public condemnation. They are now waiting for the Government of Nagaland to act.
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