Guwahati, 25th December: Amid escalating tensions and the looming threat of violence from banned militant groups in Assam, the state’s Director General of Police (DGP), Gyanendra Pratap Singh, has issued a resolute warning to the outlawed outfit ULFA (I). On December 23rd, 2023, DGP GP Singh unequivocally declared that any form of support for these banned organizations would not be tolerated.
Taking to his X handle, GP Singh conveyed, “Our initial plan, after the first grenade blast, was peace and conflict resolution through discussion. However, our peace initiative was taken as a weakness, and further violence was committed. We still believe that peace and conflict resolution is the best way ahead, but initiation of violence from a banned organization is unacceptable.”
Under DGP GP Singh’s leadership, the Assam Police is proactively taking measures to curb the spread of extremist ideologies, particularly on social media platforms used for recruitment and propaganda by such groups. The directive serves as part of a broader strategy to ensure public safety while upholding constitutional principles, highlighting the delicate balance between freedom of expression and national security concerns.
Assam’s police force, led by GP Singh, remains vigilant, ready to counter any potential threats from banned militant organizations. The DGP’s clear directive emphasizes that any inclination towards violence or support for banned groups will face strict legal action.
In a related incident on December 25, a young man suspected to be a member of ULFA-I was shot and injured by police in Kamrup Rural district, adding to concerns about potential violence and the need for preemptive measures.
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