GNLA extends support to AAYF stir

TURA/SHILLONG: The GNLA has extended support to All A’chik Youth Federation (AAYF) which is agitating against the extension of tenure of GHADC in Garo Hills .
The AAYF besides launching a non- cooperation movement on May 19 and 20, also sponsored  night road blockade during these days to be continued till May 21.
In a statement issued to the media, GNLA  joint publicity secretary  GaroMandei Ch Marak  said on Monday that since the bandh was called for the good of Garo Hills and its people, the militant outfit extended its support.
“Since the Central government had already conveyed that it was the state government which is intentionally delaying elections for its interests, it is apparent that the success of the bandh would clearly jeopardize the political career of the  Chief Minister”, GNLA alleged .
According to GNLA, by looking and analyzing the motives and causes of the bandh, the GNLA is volunteering itself to stand behind AAYF and other supporting NGOs.
While asking the people to observe the bandh, the GNLA warned  the District Commissioners and the Government  servants not to go against the interest of the people of Garo Hills
Meanwhile, the West Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner, Pravin Bakshi has imposed section 144 CrPc in the district in view of the non cooperation movement (NCM) and the night road blockade called by AAYF.
As per the section, prohibition has been put in place against the assembly of 5 or more persons in public places, causing obstruction to the movement of people and vehicles on roads as well as the carrying/concealing of lathis, sticks, stones, missiles, firearms or any kind of lethal weapons by any person, or group of persons or organizations.