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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
Assam youth shot, 2 others assaulted by armed miscreants near Nagaland border
Silchar: Three youths from Assam's Golaghat district, who went for an outing on Friday late afternoon, were allegedly attacked by a group of miscreants near the Nagaland border, police said. A senior police officer in Golaghat said that a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered at Merapani Police Station and that further investigation is underway. (Representational image) One of the victims sustained a gunshot injury in the incident, while the other two were beaten with sticks, the family members of the victims said. The incident happened in the Merapani area of Golaghat near the Assam–Nagaland border at around 6 pm. The victims — identified as Simsat Basumatary, Subrat Nayak, and Prakash Boro — travelled from Kadamguri village to a nearby forested area across the border in Nagaland for an outing. While returning, they were reportedly intercepted by three armed individuals who demanded identification documents. 'We told them that we were residents of a nearby village, just a kilometre away, but they suddenly began to assault us and fired at us,' said Subrat Nayak. 'One of our friends, Prakash, was shot with an air gun. They even fired at our vehicle, damaging it,' he said. Prakash Boro, who suffered a bullet injury, initially received treatment at the Merapani Community Health Centre before being referred to Golaghat Civil Hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment. His condition is reported to be stable. A senior police officer in Golaghat said that a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered at Merapani Police Station and that further investigation is underway. 'The complainants said that the assailants were armed and that the attack was unprovoked. The incident occurred in a forested stretch and we are investigating this further,' the official said. HT reached out to the senior superintendent of police (SSP), Golaghat, Rajen Singh, for further details, but he did not respond. Several organisations from Assam, including the Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti (KMSS) and the Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuba Chatra Parishad (AJYCP), have condemned the incident and demanded a strong response from Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma against the Nagaland government. They said that after the recent eviction drives against alleged illegal migrants near the Nagaland border, some armed Naga groups were seen roaming near the Assam border. 'This is dangerous, and we have already informed the local administration about it,' a member of AJYCP said.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
AJYCP protests in Dibrugarh, seeks ILP to protect rights of natives
Dibrugarh: Members of Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuva Chatra Parishad (AJYCP) protested at Chowkidingee in Dibrugarh on Wednesday, demanding the immediate implementation of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system in Assam. The youth organisation said ILP is the only effective measure to safeguard the interests of the state's indigenous communities amid rising concerns over demographic changes due to unchecked migration. The protesters argued that neighbouring northeastern states such as Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Manipur already have the ILP in place, which regulates the entry and stay of outsiders. They warned that Assam's indigenous identity is under threat due to continuous influx from other states and countries. "The introduction of Inner Line Permit is the only comprehensive solution to protect and preserve the interests of Assam's indigenous communities. For decades, unchecked migration has altered our demographic landscape. If the govt is serious about protecting our identity, ILP must be implemented without delay. This system is absolutely essential for safeguarding the indigenous people of our state, and we have been advocating for its implementation since 1978," AJYCP Dibrugarh district president Udayan Baruah said. The ILP traces its origins to British colonial administration, first established under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulations Act of 1873. The travel document specifies the duration of stay and permitted areas of visit for outsiders. While state govts can propose ILP implementation, presidential ratification is required for enforcement. In addition to the ILP demand, AJYCP criticised the state govt's move to withdraw cases against illegal Hindu Bangladeshi immigrants in Foreigners' Tribunals. They insisted that the Assam Accord of 1985, which sets March 24, 1971, as the cut-off date for detecting and deporting illegal immigrants, must be enforced uniformly, regardless of religion. "The government cannot selectively shield illegal immigrants based on their faith. Anyone who entered Assam after the 1971 deadline — whether Hindu or Muslim — must be identified and deported. Assam cannot become a sanctuary for illegal settlers from Bangladesh," AJYCP Dibrugarh district general secretary Gauranga Gogoi said. The protesters warned that any deviation from the Assam Accord would undermine the state's social and cultural stability. They vowed to intensify their agitation if their demands were not met. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
29-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Students' union seeks ILP to ensure land rights for natives
1 2 Guwahati: Assam Jatiyatabadi Yuva Chatra Parishad (AJYCP), a students' union here, while extending support to the ongoing eviction drives to clear encroachment from forest and govt land, demanded the govt ensure that land rights remain with indigenous people and do not go to migrated Muslims with roots in Bangladesh and those from other states staying here. State govt conducted eviction drives at Chapar in Dhubri, at Hasila Beel and Paikan Reserve Forest in Goalpara, and Uriamghat in Golaghat district in the last two months. President of the students' body, Palash Changmai, said evicting the people is not the final solution to infiltration into the state as they will move to another place after being evicted from one place. "We need a permanent solution. It must be ensured that land rights remain with indigenous people, and does not go to those coming from other states or those who were evicted from forest or govt land now," he added. He said the student body's demand to enforce inner line permit in the state, which is a long-pending demand, might ensure that land rights remain in the hands of indigenous people. The students' body organised a demonstration in Guwahati on Tuesday, demanding that the govt ensure the protection of the land rights of the indigenous people. On the other hand, the Kamrup Metropolitan District Committee of the CPM staged a protest in Guwahati, demanding a halt to evictions without alternative arrangements, proper rehabilitation and compensation for those evicted, an end to inflammatory communal propaganda and a stop to the corporate plundering of Assam's land. Hundreds of members and supporters from the district gathered to voice these demands.
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Ticking bomb': AJYCP rallies against Subansiri dam risks
1 2 3 Dibrugarh: Activists from Asom the Jatiyatabadi Yuba Chatra Parishad (AJYCP) staged a massive demonstration near the 2,000MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project at Gerukamukh on Saturday, demanding an immediate halt to construction until key safety measures are implemented. The protest, held along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border in Lakhimpur district, was led by AJYCP president Palash Changmai. Demonstrators raised slogans against the mega project, alleging that it poses serious environmental and safety threats to downstream communities. AJYCP activists demanded the suspension of construction until the expert committee's safety recommendations are fully implemented and public concerns regarding flooding and environmental degradation are addressed. Protesters voiced fears that the nearly completed run-of-the-river dam could worsen flooding in downstream areas, especially impacting vulnerable communities along the Brahmaputra river system. "The mega dam is a ticking water bomb that threatens the lives and livelihoods of thousands in Assam. We are not against development, but we cannot support a project that endangers our very existence. Construction must not proceed until all expert committee recommendations are implemented and our concerns are heard," Changmai said. The project on the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, has faced controversy since its inception. Designed to generate 2,000MW energy, it has encountered sustained opposition from locals, environmental groups, and student organisations who question its long-term safety and ecological impact.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Students body seeks halt to mega dams and national disaster status for Assam floods
1 2 3 4 5 6 Dibrugarh: Members of the Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuva Chatra Parishad (AJYCP) on Monday took part in a three-hour sit-in demonstration in several upper Assam districts, including Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur and Majuli, demanding an immediate halt to mega dam projects and the declaration of Assam's flood and erosion crisis as a "national disaster. " The protests, organised simultaneously across district headquarters, saw strong participation from students and youth activists. The demonstrators raised slogans against the construction of large hydroelectric projects, particularly targeting the 2000-MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (SLHEP), which they claim will exacerbate flooding and environmental damage in downstream areas. In Tinsukia, the demonstration was led by AJYCP central committee assistant general secretary Surajit Moran, district president Prabin Tamuli, and general secretary Kalyanjyoti Moran. Addressing the gathering, Surajit Moran said, "The govt is ignoring the warnings of experts and pushing ahead with dangerous dam projects. The Subansiri dam, which is now nearing completion, poses a severe threat to lakhs of people living downstream. Until the expert committee's safety recommendations are fully implemented and public concerns are addressed, construction must stop." The SLHEP, located on the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, has been a source of controversy since its inception. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Local communities and environmental groups have raised concerns about potential downstream flooding, seismic risks, and ecological damage to the Brahmaputra river system. Construction on the project has faced multiple delays due to public opposition and legal challenges. Prabin Tamuli, AJYCP Tinsukia president, said, "Assam faces annual flooding that displaces thousands and causes immense devastation. This is not just a state problem — it requires national attention and resources. The govt must recognise flood and erosion as a national disaster and allocate appropriate funds for long-term solutions." Similar demonstrations were reported in Dibrugarh, Dhemaji and Lakhimpur, where protesters highlighted how dam-induced floods have wiped out farmlands and homes. In Majuli, the world's largest river island, activists warned that unchecked dam construction could accelerate the island's erosion. At the end of the protest, AJYCP Tinsukia unit submitted a memorandum to Tinsukia DC Swapneel Paul, addressed to CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, urging the state govt to take up the issue with the Centre.
