NorthEast Desk, 26th July: Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and former youth Congress chief, Richard Marak, was taken into custody on Tuesday in connection with the violent attack on the meeting between the Chief Minister and ACHIK leaders at the Commissioner of Divisions office in Dakopgre, Tura.
The attack, which occurred on July 24, caused widespread mayhem, leaving numerous individuals injured, vehicles torched, and extensive damage to public property.
The Tura police have revealed that Richard Marak was allegedly involved in the riotous events, during which TMC goons and rioters targeted both police personnel and citizens while crucial talks were underway inside the CM mini-secretariat office. The attack appeared to be a deliberate attempt to disrupt the negotiations and create turmoil in the region.
The ongoing investigation points to a conspiracy orchestrated by Richard Marak to derail the talks and incite trouble during the meeting. A close aide of former Chief Minister and TMC leader Mukul Sangma, his arrest has raised concerns about potential political motivations behind the violent incident.
Richard Marak, who had contested the 2023 assembly elections from the South Tura constituency against Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, was unsuccessful in securing the seat. His apprehension has added further scrutiny to the incident, leading to questions about the underlying reasons behind the attack.
As the investigation continues, authorities are determined to unearth all facts surrounding the violent attack and ensure that those responsible for the disruption and violence are brought to justice. The incident has left the public and stakeholders concerned about the implications of such violent acts on the region’s stability and peace.