Assam Peace Accord: PM Modi Hails Pact, Calls it Milestone in States Journey

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the peace agreement signed between the central and Assam governments with ULFA, calling it a significant milestone in the states journey towards peace and development. The accord involves the ULFAs pro-talks faction agreeing to renounce violence, surrender arms, disband the organization, and join the democratic process.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday hailed the peace pact signed by the central and Assam governments with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), describing it as a significant milestone in the state's journey towards peace and development.

ULFA Signs Peace Accord, Agrees to Shun Violence

The pro-talks faction of ULFA signed the peace accord in the national capital, agreeing to renounce violence, surrender all arms, disband the organization, and join the democratic process. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma were present at the signing ceremony.

Modi Lauds Efforts, Envisions Future of Unity and Prosperity

Prime Minister Modi took to social media to express his appreciation for the efforts of all involved in achieving this landmark agreement. He emphasized that the pact paves the way for lasting progress in Assam and envisions a future of unity, growth, and prosperity for all.

ULFA's History and Involvement in Subversive Activities

The United Liberation Front of Asom was formed in 1979 with the demand for a sovereign Assam. Over the years, it engaged in subversive activities, leading to its declaration as a banned outfit by the central government in 1990.

Peace Talks and Suspension of Operations

In 2011, the Arabinda Rajkhowa-led faction of ULFA entered into peace talks with the government after an agreement for Suspension of Operations was signed between the ULFA and the central and state governments.

The signing of the peace accord between the central and Assam governments with ULFA marks a significant step towards bringing lasting peace and development to the state. With the ULFA's pro-talks faction agreeing to shun violence and join the democratic process, Assam can look forward to a future of unity, growth, and prosperity for all its citizens.