First Word clarifies
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 30 2014:
The story on Al Qaeda published in First Word magazine was based on reports present with the Central government.
It is possible that people with similar names, not connected with Al Qaeda, also reside in Lilong area of Manipur.
According to a press release issued by Sujit Chakraborty Chief Advisor of First Word expressed, "We are sorry for the coincidence, and resultant hurt caused by the report to innocent people.
There was no malafide intention on the part of the writer or team of First Word magazine to hurt the sentiments of any particular community.
We maintain that the general people of Lilong are neither anti national, nor supporters of Al Qaeda" .
And it further wished the happiness and prosperity on the auspicious occasion of Eid.