AR helps Ngairong villagers
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 25 2015:
Ngairong Aimol village has been witnessing sporadic violence in the past two months, primarily due to ethnic tensions being created by rival groups.
Post killing of Walunglo Aimol on August 22, the security situation deteriorated with inter communal tensions running high, said a press release issued by PRO Hqs IGAR (S) .
The police responded to the situation by placing additional forces in the disturbed area.
Assam Rifles played a stellar role in diffusing the tense situation by relentless domination and interaction with villagers assuring them of their safety, it added.
The presence of Assam Rifles also had a positive impact on the Police detachments operating in the area.
The Aimol area was visited by the senior ranking officers for spot security assessment, added the press release.