IMPHAL, November 26: The Naga People’s Organization (NPO) has appealed for safe release of KT Joseph of Purul Village who was abducted by unknown persons on November 22 at Imphal.
A release of the NPO stated that the organization or individuals responsible for his abduction should release him as soon as possible in kind consideration of the aggrieved family members.
It may be noted that, KT Joseph is serving as private assistant to education and sports minister DD Thaisii. He was kidnapped on November 22 near Fisheries Office Lamphalpat by some unidentified persons belonging to some revolutionary groups. His daughter and helper who were also abducted were released without any harm at Kangpokpi on the day of the incident. But even after five days of captivity, the victim is yet to be released. His whereabouts is still yet to be ascertained, the release added.