Army conducts two flag marches in city

SHILLONG: The Army on Monday conducted two flag marches in the city – first at 4.30 pm and later at 10:30 pm – under the command of Lt Gen DS Ahuja, GOC 101 Area.
Two columns of fully armed troops in vehicles were deployed during the flag march to bring the situation under control. The flag march passed through Lumdiengjri, Motphran, Punjabi Lane (Them Iew Mawlong) and Rhino point.
Speaking to media persons prior to the flag march Lt Gen DS Ahuja lauded the state police and CRPF personnel for performing their duties with utmost restraint.
“They did their job with one hand tied behind the back,” he said while adding that deployment of Army is the last resort since the Army does not use tear gas shells and water cannons.
He expressed hope that the present law and order problem in the city will cease shortly.
He also added that tourism in the state has been affected following the law and order situation.
He further informed that people who were taking shelter in Garrison ground have returned to their homes.