HSA appeals
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 26, 2012:
Expressing deep concern on the escalating ethnic violence between the Bodo tribals and Muslim community in Lower Assam since last week, the Hmar Students' Association (HSA) appeals to both sides to show utmost restraint and to try to resolve the ethnic conflict on humanitarian considerations.
Knowing that violence is never a lasting solution, HSA statement issued by its information and publicity secretary, Lalremlien Neitham earnestly appealed for an amicable settlement of the conflict.
Apart from emphasizing the urgent need for providing food and shelter, rehabilitation and resettlement of those affected by the conflict, the HSA also urged the Government of Assam and the Government of India to immediately take pro-active steps to stop not only the ethnic conflict but also to effectively address the factors that triggered the mayhem.