Manipur, March 11: The Thadou Students’ Association has strongly rejected an alleged “Joint Declaration” dated March 5, 2026, purportedly issued by Thadou Inpi – General Headquarters, describing the document as “null, void, and defamatory.”
In a media statement released on March 10, the association said the declaration circulating in the name of TI-GHQ was anonymous and unsigned, lacking essential details such as signatures, names, designations and official seals. The organisation asserted that the document had no legal validity and termed it a fraudulent and unauthenticated attempt to create division and damage the reputation of the Thadou community.
The student body further maintained that under Indian law only competent government authorities or courts have the power to declare an organisation unlawful. It said that any unregistered entity or faction cannot assume such authority, adding that the alleged declaration represented an unlawful usurpation of power and could potentially amount to criminal impersonation or conspiracy.
The association also criticised certain media outlets for publishing the unsigned document on March 5 and 6 without verifying its authenticity or origin. According to the TSA, the circulation and amplification of the document without proper verification contributed to the spread of misinformation and caused reputational harm.
Describing the declaration as defamatory, the association demanded that those responsible for creating and circulating the document immediately withdraw it and issue public corrections. It also called on media organisations to exercise greater responsibility and ensure proper verification when reporting on sensitive community matters.
Reaffirming its stand, the Thadou Students’ Association said it would continue to represent the interests of the Thadou community through lawful means, transparency and legitimate institutional processes. The statement was issued by TSA spokesperson Vicky Thadou.
