Escalated Security Measures in Assam Amid Unveiling of Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 (CAA)
Guwahati, March 11, 2024: Amidst the unveiling of the contentious Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 (CAA), Assam witnesses escalated security measures. Police presence intensifies as additional personnel deploy to major towns, including Guwahati, triggering alerts at all police stations.
Barricades adorn key thoroughfares as officials brace for potential unrest. Sensitive areas face heightened patrolling, anticipating opposition-led protests against the rule notifications. The All Assam Students Union vows symbolic actions, such as burning CAA copies and organizing torch-light processions in dissent.
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Anticipating the CAA notification, Assam Police previously revoked extended leaves during elections. December 2019 had witnessed fierce protests, resulting in casualties and arrests. The aftermath saw the birth of two political entities: Assam Jatiya Parishad and Raijor Dal.
Monday’s government announcement kickstarts the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 implementation. Undocumented non-Muslim migrants from neighboring nations can now seek Indian citizenship, marking a significant policy shift. The rules under CAA empower the Modi government to confer nationality upon persecuted non-Muslim migrants, fostering inclusivity.
