Northeast Desk, 12th January: In a recent press statement, the Central Young Mizo Association (CYMA) Executive Committee, representing the apex body of Mizoram NGOs, voiced its opposition to the Indian Government’s decision to abolish the Free Movement Regime (FMR) along the India-Myanmar border. The 16 km border crossing, which currently allows movement without visa requirements, has been a crucial link for ethnic and cultural connections between the Mizo people residing on both sides.
The Free Movement Regime (FMR) has played a pivotal role in preserving the brotherhood and cultural integrity of the Mizo people. The proposed abolition of the FMR and the introduction of border fencing raise concerns about the potential adverse impact on these significant ethnic and cultural ties, as highlighted in the released statement.
Recognizing the FMR’s instrumental role in fostering easier interaction and business dealings between people from both sides, regardless of national borders, the Central CYMA emphasized its importance in maintaining visa-free border crossings. The inhabitants, sharing a common community and ethnicity, have benefited from the law designed to facilitate such interactions.
The Central CYMA strongly opposes the abolition of this law, expressing concerns that it would jeopardize community relationships. The statement conveyed unwavering support for the Mizoram State government’s stand against the proposed changes and declared readiness to extend full support in resisting the abolition of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and the introduction of border fencing.
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