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Assam Strike Update (March 2023)

The indefinite strike called by the All Assam Students' Union (AASU) and the 30 organizations of the North East Students' Organization (NESO) has entered its 14th day. The strike, which began on March 7, is demanding the implementation of the Assam Accord, which was signed in 1985 to resolve the Assam agitation.

Key Demands:

  1. Implementation of the Assam Accord, which includes the detection and deportation of illegal migrants from Bangladesh.
  2. Withdrawal of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), 2019, and the National Register of Citizens (NRC).
  3. Protection of the rights of indigenous people of Assam.

Impact:

The strike has affected normal life in Assam, with many educational institutions, government offices, and businesses remaining shut. The strike has also led to a shortage of essential goods, including food and medicines, in some areas.

Government Response:

The Assam government has urged the striking organizations to call off the strike and resume talks. The government has also deployed security personnel to maintain law and order in the state.

International Response:

The international community, including the United Nations, has expressed concern over the situation in Assam and has called for a peaceful resolution to the crisis.

Next Steps:

The striking organizations have announced that they will continue their agitation until their demands are met. The government has also indicated that it is willing to engage in talks with the striking organizations, but only if they call off the strike.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!