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Amit Shah Announces Historic Peace Agreement As UNLF, Oldest Militant Group Of Manipur Joins Mainstream
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addresses a press conference, in Imphal, Manipur, Thursday (Picture: PTI).
On Wednesday (29 November), Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the United National Liberation Front (UNLF), the oldest militant group in Manipur, has entered into a peace agreement with the Indian government according to a report from The Indian Express.
In a post on X, Shah stated, "A historic milestone achieved!!! Modi govt’s relentless efforts to establish permanent peace in the Northeast have added a new chapter of fulfilment as the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) signed a peace agreement, today in New Delhi."
Shah welcomed the UNLF, the oldest valley-based armed group in Manipur, to renounce violence and join the mainstream.
He expressed his support for their transition into democratic processes, wishing them success on the path of peace and progress.
This development comes shortly after the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) banned the UNLF, along with several other extremist organisations.
The decision to ban these groups was made due to their involvement in attacks on security forces, police, and civilians in Manipur, as well as activities deemed detrimental to the sovereignty and integrity of India.
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