Tensions Ease After Shillong Violence, Assam And Meghalaya To Build Peace Mechanism
Fifteen FIRs have so far been registered in connection with the violence. Five masked persons have been identified in connection with attacks
Top administrators from Assam and Meghalaya have reached a deal on a multi-level security framework to address regional tensions following violence in Shillong. The decision was made during a high-level meeting at the Koinadhara State Guest House. Meghalaya officials expressed regret over the August 19 incident and declared that strong actions would be taken against those responsible.
So far, 15 FIRs have been registered in connection with the incident, and five masked individuals have been identified as attackers, specifically targeting Assam-registered vehicles. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to identify and prosecute all involved miscreants. Over 3,770 Assam-registered vehicles have been successfully evacuated from Meghalaya into Assam, with 54 distress calls from 175 individuals currently being assisted.
The Meghalaya government has established a Special Investigation Team to handle the investigation and prosecution of the violence in Shillong. The two states have agreed to create a dedicated coordination mechanism between the IG, Special Branch, Assam, and the IG, Law & Order, Meghalaya, as well as a joint committee of Deputy Commissioners to address day-to-day issues along the inter-state border.
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