UNLF condoles
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, December 22 2011:
The Central Committee of the proscribed UNLF condoled passing away of Bhimkanta Buragohain popularly known as "Mama', a political visionary and founder member of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and expressed it's deep sorrow and grief at the sudden demise.
In a press statement, UNLF stated that 'Mama' Buragohain devoted and worked tirelessly towards the "emancipation of the Assamese people from Indian Colonial yoke".
Bhimkanta Buragohain said UNLF, believed that the aspiration and destiny of Assamese people lies only in its' sovereignty and independence.
"His sudden demise will leave a void in the struggle not only for Asom but for the entire Region as well" observed the statement.