To honour the victims, a candle lights vigil was organised by Zeliangrong Students Union Kohima on 31st March 2021. Hundreds of Kohima citizens assembled at the local ground to pay homage to Lt. Itingwangbe Haikam, Lt. Peramhialungbo and Lt. Sikamwangbo who were killed by unknown assailants on 22nd March at Lamhainamdi Village in Peren district.

President Zeliangrong Baudi, Kohima, Dr. Hiabe Zeliang in his speech urged all right thinking citizens should condemn this gun culture. He also urged the law enforcing agency to book the culprits and award benefiting punishment at the earliest.

Others who also spoke at the candlelight event included President, Angami Public Organisation Dr.Kepelhusie Terhüja; President Tenyimi People's Organisation, Timikha Koza, President Lotha hoho Kohima. 

Solidarity speeches were also delivered by Zeliangrong Students Union, Nagaland, Rengma students Union, Pochury Students Union, Chekhasang Student's Union, Angami Student's Union and Ao Student's Union. 

Earlier, President Zeme council Nagaland Dr. Tumda Newme gave introductory speech while vote of thanks was proposed by Keyizu Hega. One minute silent prayer was also observed during the program. 

(Shahlong IA Kohima)