Assam Rifles refutes allegations
Source: The Sangai Express
Kangpokpi, January 02 2024:
Assam Rifles refuted the allegations that 'Assam Rifles troops are supporting Kuki volunteers in preparation of bunkers in Koutruk - Haraothel region of Kangpokpi district in a video which is going viral on social media platforms' .
Assam Rifles in a statement clarified that the individuals shown in the video are troops of Assam Rifles who have been tasked to occupy posts to prevent any violence in the area.
Fortification of the post by placing sandbags was being carried out which is being circulated on social media with a false narrative of Assam Rifles assisting a community in preparation of bunkers.
The bunkers have been prepared for occupation by Assam Rifles only.
The allegation that Assam Rifles troops are supporting Kuki volunteers is totally false, added the statement.
It is worth noting that the troops of Assam Rifles along with CRPF have been deployed at Lumdong Top from December 23 to create a buffer zone between the two warring communities of Koutruk village to ensure no incidents of violence occur.