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Assam Opposition Meets Governor Over Kheroni Violence, Seeks Relief and Probe

The appeal follows lethal clashes tied to disputes over protected grazing‑reserve land in West Karbi Anglong.

Overview

  • A joint delegation led by Leader of the Opposition Debabrata Saikia submitted a memorandum to Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya after an on‑site visit to Kheroni.
  • The submission seeks immediate relief for displaced residents, compensation for the families of those killed, support for the injured, and a formal inquiry into the losses.
  • Opposition parties alleged a political conspiracy and a divide‑and‑rule approach, and they urged investigation of arson and the subsequent bulldozer demolition at KAAC CEM Tuliram Ronghang’s residence.
  • The unrest left two people dead and more than 180 injured, including about 173 security personnel, prompting deployment of an Army column and flag marches.
  • Administrators signaled next steps with a 15‑day KAAC eviction plan for encroached PGR/VGR land, temporary High Court relief for roughly 339 families, and a state move to seek legal clarity on January 5.