Dimapur, May 6 (MExN): The Assam Rifles today refuted allegations that it was high-handed and reckless, as charged by the NSCN (IM) recently. The Assam Rifles said the force continues to undertake its security tasks to check unlawful activities ‘including movement of terrorists with weapons’. The PRO of the IGAR (south) said the Assam Rifles is conducting “CI/CT” operation in all areas in a professional manner. “Security check by mobile check posts/permanent check post area carried out taking the security concerns in view. It is the duty of all citizens and populace to help security forces in carrying out security tasks so that unlawful activities including move (sic) of terrorist with weapons, explosive materials and banned items are checked,” the IGAR note stated. The AR explained that the officer and troops at Lambui post have been carrying out this task correctly in a professional manner with full consideration for security concerns. “Assam Rifles will continue to carry out its operational tasks as per the security requirements of the area in the interest of the populace to ensure peace and tranquility in the state of Manipur” the AR asserted. The force added that propaganda to malign its image is well-understood by the populace.
