A hardcore member of the NSCN-K (Nikki Sumi) faction has surrendered before the Assam Rifles. The cadre, identified as SS Lt Nyamphua Hakun, gave himself up to the Khonsa Battalion on Tuesday, October 28, ending years of underground life and conflict.
According to officials, Hakun had been an active member of the group for several years and was involved in activities such as extortion, illegal taxation, and recruitment of new members in various parts of Tirap and neighbouring areas. Security sources said that his surrender was not a sudden decision but the outcome of months of continuous engagement by the Assam Rifles, which has been combining counter-insurgency operations with community-oriented outreach programmes to bring militants back to the mainstream.
During the surrender ceremony held at the Assam Rifles base in Khonsa, Hakun expressed deep regret for his past actions and acknowledged the negative impact insurgency has had on local communities. He said that he wanted to return to a normal life and contribute to peace and development in his home district. Security officials, while welcoming his decision, assured him full assistance under the Government of India’s Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy, which provides financial support, skill training, and livelihood opportunities to surrendered militants. 
A senior official from the Assam Rifles said that Hakun’s decision to surrender reflects the growing trust and cooperation between the local population and security forces. “This surrender represents a significant step in our ongoing mission to eliminate insurgency and reinforce lasting peace across Arunachal Pradesh and the North East,” the official said.
Over the past few years, the Assam Rifles and the state administration have been working closely to weaken the influence of insurgent groups operating in Tirap, Changlang, and Longding districts—collectively known as the TCL region. The efforts have included not only strong security operations but also social initiatives such as awareness programmes, vocational training, and confidence-building measures aimed at preventing youth from joining insurgent outfits.
