1. NSCN-KYA’s growing presence raises concerns ahead of Arunachal Pradesh elections.
2. Leaflets circulated in Longding Pumao constituency threaten repercussions for not supporting NPP candidate.
3. Residents express fear over safety amid reported sightings of armed militants coercing voters.
Itanagar, April 17: Ahead of the assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh, concerns are mounting over the increasing influence of the NSCN-KYA militant group.
Reports indicate that the group has been distributing leaflets in villages under the Longding Pumao Assembly Constituency, threatening severe consequences for those who do not support the National People’s Party (NPP) candidate, Thangwang Wangham.
Residents in villages such as Niuasa, Longkhaw, Mintong, and Longphong have reported instances of armed militants from NSCN-KYA intimidating locals at gunpoint, coercing them to vote for Wangham.
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These actions have sparked fear among residents, who worry about the safety of themselves and their families if they do not comply with the demands of the militant group.
As the elections approach, swift and decisive action must be taken to address these threats and ensure the safety and security of voters in the region.
