Student Bodies Condemn Karbi Anglong Violence, Seek Protection for Indigenous People

Several organisations, including the All Assam Motok Students’ Union, Central Assam Koch-Rajbongshi Students’ Union, and the Tribal Protection Forum, Assam, on Thursday condemned the recent violence in West Karbi Anglong district.

At a joint press conference in Nagaon, the groups demanded protection for indigenous Karbi people and strict action against those involved in the incident that led to the death of a Karbi youth. They raised concerns over the influx of outsiders in the Sixth Schedule area and warned of united protests if tribal status is not granted to six ethnic groups before the 2026 Assembly polls.

The leaders also called for implementation of the Assam Accord, including the Inner Line Permit system, to safeguard indigenous rights.