Nine-Point Demands Raised in Khowai as GMP, TYF and TSU Stage Mass Protest

Khowai: A mass sit-in programme was organised in Khowai by the sub-divisional committees of GMP, TYF and TSU, with the organisations putting forward a series of demands related to the tribal community and the functioning of the autonomous council. 

Khowai

The protesters highlighted nine major demands, including the announcement of Village Committee elections, establishment of employment opportunities through the ADC, and constitutional recognition for Kokborok by including it in the Eighth Schedule.

The programme was attended by several prominent leaders, including former minister Naresh Jamatia, former TTAADC CEM Ranjit Debbarma and former MLA Padma Kumar Debbarma, besides other organisational leaders, workers and supporters.

During the mass sit-in, speakers explained the importance of the nine-point demands and urged the government and concerned authorities to address the issues without further delay.

The gathering also highlighted concerns surrounding employment, local administration and the preservation and recognition of the Kokborok language.

The organisers appealed to the authorities to take concrete measures to fulfil their demands and resolve the issues raised through the programme.