To Whom It May
Concern,
We, the
undersigned, call upon the Indian government to allow the use of body
cameras, smart phone video and other social media posts as evidence
in cases of human rights violations or ceasefire violations in India,
particularly in the Naga region.
The Naga
conflict has been ongoing for several decades, with sporadic violence
and human rights violations reported from time to time. The ceasefire
agreement signed in 1997 between the government of India and the
National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) has brought some
respite, but violations of the ceasefire continue to occur.
The use of body
cameras and smart phone video social media posts can serve as
valuable evidence in cases of human rights violations or ceasefire
violations, helping to hold perpetrators accountable and ensuring
that justice is served. However, the use of these tools is currently
restricted in India, making it difficult to document and report
violations.
We urge the
Indian government to allow the use of body cameras smart phone video
by human rights monitors, journalists, and other interested parties
to document incidents of violence and human rights violations. We
also call on the government to allow the use of social media posts as
evidence in cases of human rights violations or ceasefire violations,
subject to verification and authentication by competent authorities.
By allowing the
use of these tools, the Indian government can demonstrate its
commitment to transparency, accountability, and the rule of law. It
can also help to build trust and confidence among the people of
Nagaland and other conflict-affected areas, paving the way for a
lasting peace.
We, therefore,
urge the Indian government to take immediate action to allow the use
of body cameras smart phone video and social media posts in cases of
human rights violations or ceasefire violations in India,
particularly in the Naga region.
Sincerely,
Naga-American
Council
Yes any electronics tools must be allowed for evidence of human violation in the Naga inhabited area of North East India.