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India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Assam CM Sarma visits Dhubri after communal violence, says
New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday visited Assam's Dhubri after communal violence took place following the incident where cow meat was thrown at Hanuman Mandir on the festival of Eid. During his visit, Sarma asked law enforcement officers to follow 'zero tolerance' against elements who desecrated temples, Naamghars and sacred places. He further stated that those involved would not be spared. 'I visited Dhubri and directed law enforcement officers to follow ZERO tolerance against elements who desecrate our temples, Naamghars and sacred spaces. The incident of throwing beef at the town's Hanuman Mandir should have NEVER happened, and those involved WON'T BE SPARED,' Sarma wrote in a post on X. In a later post on X, the CM stated that he would guard the Hanuman Baba temple all night long if it was needed. 'This time on Eid, some anti-social elements committed a disgusting and condemnable crime by throwing cow meat in the Hanuman temple of Dhubri! If required on the coming Eid, I myself will guard Hanuman Baba's temple all night long,' the post read. Earlier on June 11, the CM visited the 450-year-old Khatara Satra in Darrang, which is one of the oldest Satras in Assam. The Satra, established by Shri Shri Lechakonia Gobinda Ata, is a leading centre for research and promotion of Sattriya culture. During his visit, CM Sarma offered his prayers and emphasised the importance of preserving Assam's cultural heritage. He stated that the Satras are the flagbearers and protectors of the state's tradition and that his government has taken decisive steps to defend their sanctity. The CM highlighted that the Satras have been subjected to unchecked encroachment over the decades, but his government is committed to stopping this. He assured that the government will take necessary measures to protect the Satras and preserve their cultural significance. In a post on X, CM Sarma shared, 'Offered my prayers at the Khatara Satra in Darrang, established by Shri Shri Lechakonia Gobinda Ata. One of the oldest Satras in Assam, this 450-year-old institution is a leading centre for research and promotion of Sattriya culture. The soul of Assam lives in our Satras - the flagbearers and protectors of our tradition. Over the decades, they have been subjected to unchecked encroachment, but this stops now. Our government has taken decisive steps to defend its sanctity.' (ANI)
Mint
2 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma issues ‘shoot-at-sight' orders in Dhubri, claims 'active group intends to damage temples'
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday issued shoot-at-sight orders in the state's Dhubri district after a 'group became active with the intention of damaging our temples.' In a message posted on X, the CM said, 'A particular group has become active in Dhubri with the intention of damaging our temples. We have issued shoot-at-sight orders.' In another post on X, he said that he visited Dhubri on Friday to assess the situation in the district and if needed, will visit again. 'The Assam government is with you,' he told the residents of Dhubri, while assuring them safety. 'I assured the people of Dhubri that no one needs to live in fear,' he wrote in his post. The CM was visiting Dhubri after communal violence took place following the incident where cow meat was thrown at Hanuman Mandir on the festival of Eid. During his visit, Sarma asked law enforcement officers to follow "zero tolerance" against elements who desecrated temples, Naamghars and sacred places. He further stated that those involved would not be spared. "I visited Dhubri and directed law enforcement officers to follow ZERO tolerance against elements who desecrate our temples, Naamghars and sacred spaces. The incident of throwing beef at the town's Hanuman Mandir should have NEVER happened, and those involved WON'T BE SPARED," Sarma wrote in a post on X. In a later post on X, the CM stated that he would guard the Hanuman Baba temple all night long if it was needed. "This time on Eid, some anti-social elements committed a disgusting and condemnable crime by throwing cow meat in the Hanuman temple of Dhubri! If required on the coming Eid, I myself will guard Hanuman Baba's temple all night long," the post read. With no new untoward incident reported following communal tension, the Dhubri district administration on Tuesday withdrew the prohibitory orders from the headquarters town and allowed all shops to open, news agency PTI reported, quoting officials. The law and order situation in Dhubri town deteriorated following protests after pieces of meat were found near a temple in Dhubri town on Sunday. Tear gas shells were lobbed to disperse the agitators on Monday and restrictions on public movement were imposed. Dhubri District Commissioner Dibakar Nath told PTI that the situation in Dhubri town is under control at present. "We have revoked yesterday's (Monday) order. Shops and markets have opened now," he added. Nath also said that several peace committees have been formed in various sensitive localities of the town, comprising members from both Hindu and Muslim communities. On Monday, miscreants reportedly attacked vegetable vendors and e-rickshaw drivers near Dhubri Magistrate Colony and New Market. Police rushed to the scene and fired tear gas shells to disperse the mob and regain control of the situation, the PTI report said. To prevent further flare-ups of "communal tension, riot risk or violent protests", the administration immediately clamped restrictions under section 163 of BNSS and ordered all shops and market establishments in the town to remain closed. It also prohibited the assembly of five or more people in any public places, intending for demonstration or meeting or procession.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Assam tension: CM Himanta Sarma issues shoot-at-sight order in Dhubri; 'groups intend to damage temples'
CM Himanta Sarma issues shoot-at-sight order in Dhubri; 'groups intend to damage temples' NEW DELHI: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said that he has issued shoot-at-sight orders to law enforcement officials after a communal group became active in the state's Dhubri area. He alleged that the communal group intends to cause damage to Hindu temples. This move came after his visit to Dhubri following the incident where cow meat was thrown at the Human Mandir on Eid. During his visit, he ordered officials to follow "zero tolerance" against elements who desecrated temples, Naamghars and sacred places. He asserted that people behind the incident will not be spared. "I visited Dhubri and directed law enforcement officers to follow ZERO tolerance against elements who desecrate our temples, Naamghars and sacred spaces. The incident of throwing beef at the town's Hanuman Mandir should have NEVER happened, and those involved WON'T BE SPARED," Sarma wrote in a post on X. In another post, the chief minister said that, if needed, he would guard the Hanuman Baba temple all night long. "This time on Eid, some anti-social elements committed a disgusting and condemnable crime by throwing cow meat in the Hanuman temple of Dhubri! If required on the coming Eid, I myself will guard Hanuman Baba's temple all night long," the post read. Sarma added that an investigation is underway, and the perpetrators will be brought to justice.
