The encounter broke out between 7 ULFA (Independent) cadres and security forces early this morning
3 businessmen arrested in Eastern Assam's Charaideo district for allegedly being involved in terror funding cases.
The banned outfit resorts to violent activities to ensure that they stay relevant and their coffers do not dry up.
As per inputs, the militants engaged in the encounter are suspected to be ULFA-Independent rebels. Further details awaited.
CM Sarma appealed Paresh Baruah to shun the path of violence and embrace the path of peace through dialogue for building a New Assam.
A joint team of Assam Rifles and Assam Police apprehended 3 youths for trying to join the banned ULFA-I. Further probe underway.
As per sources, the apprehended cadre has infiltrated Indian territory after deserting the ULFA-I camp located in Myanmar.
CM Sarma said that Assam has been an integral part of India since the times of Ramayana and Mahabharata and no one can change that fact.
Assam Police has warned that the ULFA-Independent may target several installations in districts of Eastern Assam on Independence Day. This was stated by Special DGP (Law & Order) GP Singh.
Singh said that the police has taken note of a possible law and order scenario given the boycott call by the militant outfit for I-Day.