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On hunger strike for 12 years : Irom Sharmila
Al Jazeera | Subir Bhaumik | 08 Nov 2012 09:58
Frail and suffering after being on fast for more than 12 years, Irom Sharmila proclaims she will die on hunger strike unless India repeals the draconian Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) .
The AFSPA gives security forces sweeping powers,including the power to shoot people dead on mere suspicion, while operating in areas afflicted by rebellions - like in Sharmila's Manipur state on India's far eastern border with Myanmar (Burma).
"How can men in uniform enjoy such powers in a democracy which they so often misuse? This Act must be repealed if India is serious about its democracy. Or else, I will continue my hunger-strike until I die," says the frail Sharmila , who turned 40 on March 14 this year.
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