Terrorism needs to be tacked professionally, says Arunachal CM when asked about 'AFSPA' repeal
- Dec 20, 2021,
- Updated Dec 20, 2021, 1:24 AM IST
ITANAGAR: Arunachal Pradesh cheif minister Pema Khandu today diplomatically answered that "terrorism needs to be tackled in a very professional way" when asked about the rising chorus for the repeal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA).
Stating that the purview of the Act has already been removed from the foothill areas, Khandu said the 3 districts where it is currently in force might also be removed from its purview if there is an improvement in the scenario.
Khandu added the situation is reviewed every 6 months.
Currently, the Government of India has extended AFSPA in three districts of Arunachal Pradesh- Tirap, Changlang and Longding.
The AFSPA gives powers to the army, state and central police forces to shoot to kill, search houses and destroy any property that is “likely” to be used by insurgents in areas declared as “disturbed” by the home ministry.
The movement for the repealing of this 'draconian' law has been gaining momentum ever since security personnel killed 14 unarmed Naga civilians over a case of "mistaken identity."
The movement is being spearheaded by civil society bodies and the NESO (Northeast Students' Organization).