TURA: In order to register its opposition to the CAA as well as to press for the demand for the implementation of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) in the state, the A’chik Youth Welfare Organization (AYWO) is organising a Cultural Protest under the theme ‘No CAA, Yes ILP’ on January 21. The protest coincides with the observation of the Meghalaya Day.
The protest will kick off with an awareness campaign on the ill effects of CAA at Tura Bazar followed by Torch March to William Point, Hawakhana where the cultural protest will take place. The cultural protest will witness the performance of different artiste from Garo Hills as a mark of opposition to the CAA and to demand for ILP in the state. Various organizations from Garo Hills including NESO, GSU, ADE and FKJGP will join the protest where its leaders will address the gathering at the venue.
Meanwhile, the AYWO has urged all households from all corners of Garo Hills to show their protest against the CAA by lighting ‘Bilcham’ (torch) or candle in front of their houses from 6 pm onwards.
“This is the fight for our identity and the need of the hour is Unity. We request the general public, all local bodies, MLAs and MDCs to be a part of the gathering and collectively demand for ILP,” AYWO general secretary, Lyiend Roshan Marak said.
The protest at Tura Bazar and William Point will begin at 2 pm and 5 pm respectively.
