Sagolband AC MLA RK Imo Singh has stated that complete disarmament is the key to fostering an environment of peace and security while calling for confiscation of all weapons belonging to insurgent groups and illegal armed foreign forces.
In a release from the Office of the MLA, 11 Sagolband AC by PRO to MLA, Ngangbam Shashikanta Singh on Sunday stated that MLA Rk Ima Singh extended a warm welcome to the 21 MPs while emphasising the importance of focusing on peace-building efforts in the state.
He urged the visiting delegates not to engage in political posturing but rather sincerely participate in bringing lasting peace to the region. "We value your presence, but let us focus on finding real solutions to the issues at hand," said MLA RK Imo Singh.
The MLA also urged the delegates to take the time to listen to all sides of the situation and gather a comprehensive understanding of the ground realities. He emphasized the need to base their actions and decisions on verified facts rather than relying on mere photo opportunities, the PRO said in the release.
"Paint the real picture, backed by evidence, so that appropriate action can be taken against illegal migrants and the uninterrupted supply of arms and ammunition," said MLA Rk Imo Singh.
As per the PRO, disarmament emerged as a key priority in the discussions, according to the MLA who stressed that the entire State requires complete disarmament to foster an environment of peace and security.
"Positive and constructive discussions in the Parliament will pave the way for peace to prevail sooner than later," he added.
MLA Rk Imo Singh also reiterated the urgent need for complete disarmament in the state. He called for the confiscation of all weapons belonging to insurgent groups and illegal armed foreign forces.
"Silencing the barrel of guns will be crucial in bringing much-needed peace to the State" the MLA said, as per the release.
Furthermore, MLA Rk Imo Singh expressed concern over the dissemination of unverified news by certain media houses from outside the state and urged the media fraternity to exercise caution and maintain neutrality while reporting sensitive matters. Referring to a recent incident reported by TIMES NOW, the MLA stated that the State Government possesses a forensic science report regarding the matter, which refutes the claims of wrongdoing. He appealed to the media not to jump to conclusions without verifying the facts, the PRO stated.
MLA RK Imo Singh also clarified that the attacks near Bishnupur-Churachandpur District were not carried out by valley armed militias as reported. Instead, the firing incident involved the so-called Churachandpur village defence force against central and state security forces.
The MLA also expressed serious concern about the presence of explosives with the village defence volunteers, posing a significant question about their origin and possession. He urged media houses to fact-check before reporting to maintain accuracy and uphold the principles of responsible journalism, the PRO stated.
MLA Rk Imo Singh also posed critical questions regarding the sustainability and origins of arms and ammunition being utilized by the so-called defence force. Expressing deep concern, he questioned how a village defence force or volunteers could sustain a conflict against the Indian Army and State Police for a prolonged period of three months, the release stated.
