Runikhata situation improves; Rapid Action Force (RAF) deployed

way2barak April 19: The situation in Runikhata in the Chirang district improved, even as security remained tight in the violence-hit area. The Rapid Action Force (RAF) has been deployed in Runikhata, while police personnel from four districts have been brought in to maintain law and order. The mobile internet services remained suspended for the second consecutive day to prevent the spread of rumours and inflammatory messages.

According to official sources, around 19 persons have already been arrested in connection with Friday’s violence, and more arrests are likely in the coming days.

Chirang Senior Superintendent of Police, Mohan Lal Meena, said strict action would be taken against those responsible for torching government vehicles and vandalising public property.