CPI Marxist-Leninist on AFSPA
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 03 2012:
The Manipur State Council of CPI (Marxist-Leninist) is set to initiate different forms of agitation against the alleged human rights violation by security forces.
In a press conference held at Marxism Learning Centre, RIMS Road, NE In-Charge of the party, Shankar Das said, although India is a democratic country, human rights are being violated in North East States and Jammu and Kashmir with the imposition of AFSPA.
Shankar Das further said that his party is set to launch a movement against the draconian law across the country.
Pledging support to Sharmila's cause, Shankar Das stated that his party not only supports the matter of 'self determination' of NE States but also stands against all forms of oppression.
Condemning the State Chief Secretary for terming the CPI (ML) as an anti-National party, Shankar Das also expressed wonder on the denial to their plea to meet Sharmila since last year.
Taking exceptions to the remark of the Chief Secretary against the party, Shankar Das demanded that the CS be sacked or step down from his post.
Taking part in the press conference, CPI (ML) Manipur State Council Secy S Shyamsunder alleged the State Government of violating human rights under the cover of AFSPA.
.He also demanded that ILPS be implemented in the State.