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Even as the national capital recovers from the deadly riots that unfolded earlier this week, anti-CAA protests are intensifying in Meghalaya’s capital Shillong.
In fresh violence reported from the state, a group of unidentified people went on a stabbing spree in Shillong’s busiest market on February 28. The group attacked “non-indigenous” people, killing one and injuring nine.
Indian Express reported clashes from Shillong’s Jaiaw and Langsning, and Sohra (Cherrapunji) town’s Iew Sohra market, leaving at least two non-tribals injured.
“On Friday, a local taxi driver was killed in Ichamati area in East Khasi Hills district, close to the Bangladesh border, in clashes between members of the Khasi Students’ Union (KSU) and non-tribals,” IE reported.
Two companies of Central Armed Police Forces have arrived while six more are on their way.
Assistant Inspector General of Police, Meghalaya, GK Ïangrai, said that those attacked were rushed to the hospital. So far, eight arrests have been made in connection to the incident.
Shillong violence update. Parts of city still under indefinite curfew. pic.twitter.com/TE5wQfQRFA
— Soumyadip Choudhury (@soumyadip) March 1, 2020
#shillong and several districts under another bout of #communal #violence against non tribals. Several stabbed and at least a couple dead. #riot #Communalism https://t.co/QG64up53N9
— ranajoy (@eyzberg) March 1, 2020
#ShillongViolence With the 10th and 12th Board exams from tomorrow, it’s crucial for the law enforcement agencies to ensure no more violence takes place. Maybe drone surveillance over Bara Bazar and installation of CCTV cameras in congested lanes could help. @MeghalayaPolice
— Riccha Dwivedi (@RicchaDwivedi) March 1, 2020
Mobile services continue to be suspended in the state.
Meghalaya’s Chief Minister, Conrad K Sangma, appealed to people to refrain from violence and ensure peace.A release from the Chief Minister’s Office said, “The government has taken all measures to maintain law and order.”
