Shillong: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has confirmed that the state government is actively working to end the alleged extortion activities carried out by the banned Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) in the state.
“We are taking decisive steps to ensure that extortion is stopped, and none of our citizens are adversely affected,” Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma told media.
His remarks followed the recent increase in issuing demand notices to business owners and the arrest of HNLC’s PSO Storgy Lyngdoh in Shillong by the Meghalaya police.
“We have made it clear that we will not tolerate such illegal practices,” asserted the Meghalaya Chief Minister.
Elaborating on the government’s proactive steps, Sangma mentioned a recent closed-door meeting where police were instructed to take necessary action to curb extortion activities.
“The police have been directed to address this issue effectively, and we are already witnessing a decrease in extortion cases. Although there is still much work to be done, our efforts are ongoing,” the Meghalaya CM stated.
Responding to concerns about the seriousness of HNLC regarding peace talks, Sangma emphasized that the group must cease such activities if they are genuinely committed to dialogue.
Regarding the resurgence of the disbanded Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) in Garo Hills, Sangma informed that three individuals have been apprehended, with efforts underway to apprehend three more.
Despite sporadic incidents, Sangma asserted that the overall law and order situation in the state remains peaceful.
“While we acknowledge the challenges in our complex society, maintaining law and order has been a priority, and we have largely succeeded in this endeavour over the years,” he said.
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