Outfit offers job, salary of Rs 25,000 p.m. to former MCCL staff
SHILLONG, Dec 29: The proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) on Friday issued a death threat to NPP’s Sohra MLA, Gavin Miguel Mylliem, holding him responsible for the closure of the Mawmluh Cherra Cement Limited (MCCL).
In a statement, HNLC general secretary-cum-publicity secretary, Sainkupar Nongtraw demanded that Mylliem should assume responsibility and resign from his position as an MLA.
“If he (Gavin) refuses to step down, we will hold him accountable. Just as you and your government dare to bury MCCL alive, we will hold you accountable by our own actions. Traitors of the people should be punished with death,” Nongtraw threatened.
He further said that the HNLC strongly condemns this ill motive of the government, as it aims to leave the people of Sohra unemployed and subjects them to the agenda of vested interests.
According to him, rather than prioritising the improvement of MCCL, the government’s intention is to shut it down and instead promote the development of cement factories owned by non-tribals from other states.
“This raises serious doubts about the government’s ability to effectively manage the entire state if they cannot even handle this longstanding factory. It is evident that Meghalaya has already been ranked as the second poorest state in India, with the second-lowest per capita income in the country. Soon, there will be an intense competition for land and jobs in Meghalaya between indigenous and non-indigenous populations,” the statement from Nongtraw said.
He further said that the youth will become frustrated and desperate, resulting in a revolt against the government by any means necessary.
“This revolt will not stem from people losing their desire for freedom, but rather from the harsh reality that they have no food to eat,” Nongtraw said.
The HNLC also extended an offer to the MCCL employees to join the outfit. “If they are willing to join our cause, we will provide them with a monthly salary of Rs 25,000. Eligible individuals should be below 45 years of age and undergo basic military training. If they demonstrate commitment to our cause and ideology, we will consider offering them an attractive salary,” the statement read.