39 Adivasi People’s Liberation Army insurgents lay down arms in Assam

Guwahati: Around 39 cadres of Adivasi People’s Liberation Army (APLA) laid down their arms in Assam.

A defence spokesperson stated, “With an aim to promote peace and harmony in the region, the Security Forces of Spear Corps have always endeavoured to mainstream the misguided youth who have taken up the path of insurgency. Towards this aim, Assam Rifles under the aegis of Inspector General Assam Rifles (North) and Spear Corps in conjunction with Assam Police, through their relentless efforts have successfully pursued homecoming of 39 active cadres of Adivasi People's Liberation Army (APLA), who laid down a total of 31 weapons including three AK series Rifles, 19 Pistols, five other rifles, two Grenades and assorted live ammunition and have chosen a path of peace and prosperity under operation Samarpan."

Assam Rifles complimented the youth for this decision and impress upon all those who have chosen the wrong path to return into the mainstream and live a happy and peaceful life. Families of the surrendered cadres expressed their gratitude to the Security Forces for bringing their loved ones back to the family safely.