Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, May 31:
Expressing strong resentment at the decision of the SPF Cabinet to extend the Disturbed Area Act for another year, the Apunba Lup termed the decision as anti-people and dishonouring sentiment of the general public.
In a statement, the Lup said such indifferent attitude of the State Govt to the suffering faced by the people reflects endorsement of the Govt in conferring unbridled power to the security force to slay and torture the people.
When the entire State had voiced opposition to AFSPA and had been taking the matter to the Union Government, State authorities extending Disturbed Area status tantamount to giving a free hand to the uniformed personnel, observed the Lup while appealing to the general public to keep vigil and oppose the latest move of the Government.