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Assam Minister Praises Banned Group ULFA, Himanta Sarma Clarifies Remark

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In short

Assam Minister Daimary has publicly made a strong case for recognizing the banned group ULFA's contribution to the state's political history. This overt praise for the prohibited outfit quickly prompted a formal response from the regional government leadership. Chief Minister Himanta Sarma subsequently stepped in to clarify the remarks made by the minister.

Key points

  • A sitting state minister openly commended an officially banned militant organization's pa…: A sitting state minister openly commended an officially banned militant organization's past contributions.
  • Government leadership was forced to issue clarifications following the minister's public…: Government leadership was forced to issue clarifications following the minister's public statements.
  • The political legacy of the outlawed group remains a sensitive issue in Assam.: The political legacy of the outlawed group remains a sensitive issue in Assam.

Daimary made a strong case for recognising ULFA's contribution to Assam's political history

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