The notification also highlighted that, between November 2019 and June 2024, law enforcement agencies have arrested 73 HNLC cadres
A former member of the banned HNLC, now working as an overground operative, was arrested for collecting money from victims allegedly targeted by the militant outfit
Speaking about the recent arrest of the HNLC sleeper cells members from Ri Bhoi, Tynsong said that the law will take action against illegal activities by the proscribed HNLC.
Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister in charge of Home, Prestone Tynsong has requested the HNLC to come forward to resume the tripartite talks between the organisation, State Government and the centre.
Police further confirmed the allegations that Storgy Lyngdoh was invovled in activities such as extortion, regrouping, and mobilizing support of symphathizers for anti-national and violent causes.
CM Sangma once again reached out to the HNLC and urged the group to come to the negotiating table and resolve issues once and for all.
The Meghalaya CM said that there are standard conditions for all talks and the decision of withdrawal depends on case to case basis.
Paul Lyngdoh stated the HNLC is always welcome to join the negotiations at any point of time.
According to HNLC representative Sadon Blah the peace process is over if the government still does not drop cases and grants general amnesty to the HNLC cadres and leaders.
HNLC has withdrawn from the peace talks with the centre stating that it is unhappy with the Central government's lack of seriousness in addressing their core demands