Bangladesh’s construction of an embankment in Kalikapur to block floodwaters has raised concerns among Tripura villagers in border areas, who fear flooding in low-lying villages like Uttar Belonia, Ballamukh, and Ishan Chandranagar. Villagers have proposed building a canal to mitigate risks. Tripura PWD Secretary Kiran Gitte is visiting affected sites today, April 20, to assess the situation firsthand and address concerns.
Tripura’s intelligence department, GRP, RPF, and BSF conducted a joint operation on April 19, apprehending three Bangladeshi nationals, including Kamrun Nessa (23), Md. Ismail Hossain (22), and Md. Noor Hossain (25), at Agartala Railway Station for alleged illegal entry into India. Authorities suspect their involvement in human trafficking or illegal immigration networks. An investigation is underway, with further arrests anticipated. The incident is being treated as a serious breach of national security, with a case registered at Agartala GRP Police Station.
“Following a violent clash between Lungreiphung Tang and Shangching villages over a land dispute, resulting in one death and five injuries, the Manipur government has imposed indefinite movement restrictions. The directive, issued by Additional District Magistrate Polly Makan, aims to prevent further unrest and safeguard lives and property. Effective from Thursday, 2:30 pm, it also prohibits processions without prior approval.”
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“Over the last 100 days, the Umiam-Jorabat Expressway, connecting Guwahati and Shillong, has witnessed 25 fatalities due to speeding and drunk driving, highlighting an urgent need for stricter traffic regulations. Authorities are calling for enhanced road safety measures on this accident-prone stretch. Earlier this year, a vehicle carrying domestic gas cylinders caught fire near Jorabat due to mechanical failure, causing significant highway congestion, though no casualties were reported.”
A fatal accident occurred during MGNREGA works in Tripura’s Nailahabari, resulting in the tragic loss of two lives—Robert Malsom, 22, and Juhirani Malsom. Two others, Suryasa Malsom and Jagatbhakta Malsom, remain critically injured. The incident highlights concerns about worker safety in rural development projects. Additionally, a similar tragedy months ago in Guwahati saw three laborers severely injured during a drainage project when an old wall collapsed.
“Frustration over the deteriorating Imphal–Jiribam Highway has peaked, with local organizations and shopkeepers issuing a 48-hour ultimatum to resume stalled construction. Despite orders from the Deputy Commissioner and initial progress, work has now been halted for five days, worsening travel conditions and dust pollution. Residents, led by Patsoi Langjing Bazar Board Secretary Ng Noren, demand urgent action, warning authorities of intensified protests if repairs do not resume immediately.”
Six Kuki tribal organizations, including the Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO), have urged the Meitei community to refrain from crossing the buffer zone into Kuki-Zo-Hmar areas, citing concerns over tensions regarding Ching Kaba at Thangting or Thangjing Hills. The groups emphasized that until a political settlement is reached under the Indian Constitution, any movement into their jurisdiction would be opposed. Meanwhile, curfew in Churachandpur district was relaxed for over 16 hours as law and order improved, following earlier tensions between Zomi and Hmar tribes over community flag hoisting in a disputed area.”
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma announced that eleven additional miners are set to receive permits to commence scientific coal mining in the state. Currently, three miners have already begun operations following guidelines issued by the Ministry of Coal. The government aims to address environmental concerns while ensuring economic growth and safety. The new mining activities will primarily focus on East Jaintia Hills and West Khasi Hills, with plans to expand operations soon.
Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has announced the upcoming expansion of scientific coal mining in Meghalaya, with 10 to 11 additional sites expected to receive clearance soon. Three mines are already operational, following approval from Coal India and the Coal Ministry. While some transportation challenges remain, the shift toward regulated mining aims to enhance economic growth, ensure environmental safeguards, and align with sustainable development goals.
On Saturday, minority tribal leaders in Meghalaya formed the Regional Council Demand Committee (RCDC) to strengthen the push for a regional council representing indigenous minority tribes. The RCDC, led by Dr. K.C. Boro (Chairman), Ananda Koch (General Secretary), and Promod Koch (Advisory Board Chairman), aims to work closely with the Meghalaya Indigenous Minority Tribals Forum (MIMTF), which has submitted several memoranda to authorities advocating for this demand. The RCDC emphasizes being a public body, free of political affiliations, and represents tribes such as the Hajong, Koch, Rabha, Boro-Kachari, Mann, and Karbi. Fifty-four members attended the meeting where the RCDC was officially formed.
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