Northeast Desk, 25th April: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju recently clarified his earlier statement regarding the relocation of Chakma and Hajong communities from Arunachal Pradesh to Assam. Rijiju stated that his comments were misinterpreted and aimed to create confusion during polls, denying any attempt to tarnish the image of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Rijiju highlighted that Chakmas and Hajongs don’t receive permanent citizenship in Arunachal Pradesh, expressing a desire to appeal to the court for a provision to resettle them elsewhere. He mentioned his previous appeal to Sarma for assistance in this regard.
However, Sarma refuted claims of discussions with the central government regarding the relocation of Chakma and Hajong refugees to Assam. He dismissed Rijiju’s remarks as politically motivated, stating that the Government of India hadn’t engaged in any such discussions with Assam authorities.
Sarma emphasized logistical challenges in resettling refugees in Assam, citing lack of available land. He pledged to address the issue with Rijiju post-elections, affirming that neither community representatives nor the central government had approached him regarding the matter.
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