Normal train services in Assam remained heavily disrupted on Monday when ABSU in ran and file blocked the rails in BTAD areas reiterating the demand for separate Bodo land.
Hundreds of ABSU leaders and activists staged railway blockade in Basugaon, Chirang forcing many trains to remain standred for several hours.
Talking to Assam Times in Kokrajhar ABSU protesters said,” we are tired of hearing false promises. BJP promised to fullfill our demands two years back before the polls. Bodo people voted BJP to power and forgot it.”
The protestors further threatened to intensify the agitation if the NDA Government in Delhi refuses to listen to them.
The 'Uttar Purvi Mahotsav 2024', a five-day cultural extravaganza showcasing Northeast India's richness, kicks off on January 13 at Bharat Mandapam. Organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and NEHHDC, the festival aims to display diverse arts, crafts, and cultures, fostering economic opportunities. With 250 participants including weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs, the event features panel discussions, buyer-seller meets, traditional performances, and a focus on women's roles in regional development. Highlighting the youth's contribution and challenges, the festival aims to explore how they can shape India's economic landscape. Additionally, specialized...
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