Demolition of churches in Manipur & harassment to Meghalaya religious leaders irk NE church forum

Shillong, April 12: The Church leaders of North East India have expressed concern over demolition of three churches in Manipur besides harassment to two Meghalaya  church leaders in Bihar.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, the church leaders under the banner United Christian Forum of NEI  expressed shock over the incidents.

Latest information issued by the SP East Khasi Hills District through a press release states that the Presbyterian church leaders  are safe and will be given police protection as they head back home, UCFNEI spokesperson Allen Brooks said in a statement.

The  UCFNEI expressed sorrow  at the demolition of 3 churches in East Manipur district after Easter following the vacation of the operation of the interim status quo order earlier issued by the High Court of Manipur.

Under these circumstances, UNCFNEI appeal to all its faithful to continue to pray for peace and harmony while standing united, Brooks added.