Arunachal police issue stern warning ahead of capital bandh on December 9, administration declares shutdown illegal

A tense atmosphere prevails in the Itanagar Capital Region as three youth organisations prepare to enforce a 12-hour bandh on December 9, prompting the Arunachal Pradesh Police (APP) to roll out extensive security measures and caution protestors against disrupting public order.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chukhu Apa, while addressing the media at the Police Headquarters, issued a firm warning to bandh callers, stating that any attempt to disturb peace or violate the law would invite strict action. He confirmed that “elaborate security arrangements” have been put in place to ensure safety and maintain normalcy during the shutdown.

The district administration has already declared the bandh “illegal and unlawful”, urging citizens to carry on with their daily activities. Several community-based organisations (CBOs) and civil bodies have appealed to the youth groups to reconsider their decision, especially in view of the ongoing election period and the inconvenience such a shutdown may cause to residents.

The bandh has been jointly called by the Indigenous Youth Force of Arunachal (IYFA), Arunachal Pradesh Indigenous Youth Organisation (APIYO), and All Naharlagun Youth Organisation (ANYO). The groups have put forward three major demands:

Removal of the Capital Jama Masjid at Nigam Colony, Naharlagun

A complete ban on weekly markets in the Capital Region

Deportation of individuals alleged to be illegal Bangladeshi immigrants

The organisations had earlier proposed a bandh on November 25 but had postponed it following an invitation for dialogue from the authorities. However, a subsequent meeting scheduled for December 5 with the Home Minister could not be held due to his ongoing election campaign, prompting the groups to proceed with the December 9 shutdown.

APIYO president Taro Sonam Liyak reiterated that the bandh will not be deferred again, calling on CBOs, business establishments, transport unions and the general public to extend their support. He added that the state government would be held accountable for any untoward incidents arising during the protest.

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