1855 Assam rebels from 9 groups surrender

January 24, 2012 15:00

Altogether 1855 militants belonging to nine groups today bid a farewell to arms before Union Home Minister P Chidambaram and received roses for weapons turned in.

Welcoming the cadres for returning to the path of peace, Chidambaram said, "I want to assure all of you that the governments of India and Assam will treat you as equal citizens of India with honour and dignity."

The function was attended by Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, Army GoCs of 3 and 4 Corps, and Director General of Police Jayant Narayan Chowdhury.

Led by chairmen and 'commanders', the militants surrendered 201 assorted arms and ammunition. The underground groups were Adivashi Peoples Army, All Adivashi National Liberation Army, Santhal Tiger Force, Birsa Commando Force, Adivashi Cobra Military of Assam, Kuki Liberation Army/Kuki Liberation Organisation, Hmar People's Convention, United Kukigam Defence Army and Kuki Revolutionary Army.

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