The Centre Chakhesang Youth Organisation (CCYO) has issued a directive to its units and the public as the seven‑day ultimatum it served to the Nagaland state government is set to expire on 4 October 2026. The ultimatum demanded the immediate withdrawal of a case against Vezhoto Hesuh for an alleged wildlife offence, the return of a seized Great Barbet and an independent inquiry into an alleged demand of Rs 1 lakh for his release. CCYO’s president, Dode Nakro, called on all village youth organisations to prepare for any eventuality.
The organisation has asked all manpower and resources to be activated and kept on standby with immediate effect. It reported that some of its demands had already been met, while efforts continue to resolve the remaining issues and bring the matter to a logical conclusion. CCYO urged its members to remain vigilant and ready to mobilise if required.
CCYO has also issued a ban on outsiders, including government personnel, entering villages under its jurisdiction—Lower Khomi, Middle Khomi, Upper Khomi, Pholami, Gidemi, Sakraba and Porba—until further notice. The directive warns that unauthorized entry will be undertaken at the individual’s own risk. While vehicular movement on the Pfutsero‑Phek road and traditional footpaths (Rüvücho) remains unrestricted, commuters are prohibited from taking photographs or recording videos within CCYO territory.
The youth body further forbids all forms of photography and videography by residents inside the Centre Chakhesang area, stating that no activity within the traditional villages may be photographed or recorded without prior authorisation. It also directed all office‑bearers and village youth organisation officials stationed outside the Centre Chakhesang area to return to their respective villages within 48 hours.
