Raipur, Feb 25 (LatestNewsX) In a major success for the “anti-Naxal” campaign in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada district, two Maoists have been sentenced to five years rigorous imprisonment each along with a fine of Rs 5,000.
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Shillong, Jan 28 (LatestNewsX) The Meghalaya government is looking to seek assistance from Central agencies to thoroughly investigate posters allegedly issued by the terror outfit ISIS-K, which surfaced in West Garo Hills and triggered security concerns across the region, officials said on Wednesday.
Deputy Chief Minister in charge of Home (Police), Prestone Tynsong, said the matter is being treated with utmost seriousness, and investigations are currently underway.
Responding to media queries, Tynsong stated that it was premature to draw conclusions at this stage, as the probe is still in its initial phase. “We cannot comment in detail right now. The investigation is ongoing, and it is too early to say whether this is the handiwork of opportunistic or mischief-making elements. If the need arises, the State Government will definitely seek help from Central agencies,” the Deputy Chief Minister said.
The posters, purportedly issued in the name of ISIS-K, have allegedly warned members of the Garo community to vacate several areas in West Garo Hills and adjoining regions, claiming these locations as “their territory.” The areas mentioned in the threat include Phulbari, Rajabala, Tikrikilla, Selsella, Garobadha and Tura.
According to the content of the poster, residents have been threatened with dire consequences if they fail to leave the mentioned areas by the year 2027. The poster also carries the name ‘Aminur Islam,’ described as a Plain Belt Area Commander, raising further alarm among security agencies. The poster was reportedly found at New Tura Matchokolgre near the Law College at Araimile in West Garo Hills.
After images of the poster surfaced on social media, police swung into action and rushed to the spot, cordoning off the area and conducting a thorough search.
Senior police officials said efforts are on to verify the authenticity of the poster and trace those responsible for its circulation. Security has been heightened in sensitive areas as a precautionary measure.
Authorities have appealed to the public to remain calm and refrain from spreading rumours, assuring that all necessary steps are being taken to maintain peace and security in the state.
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In a sharp attack on the Congress party, the BJP has accused its rival of playing politics with flood relief efforts in Punjab. The controversy erupted after videos surfaced showing relief packages and trucks adorned with stickers and large posters of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and the party’s symbol.
The BJP quickly shared a video from news agency that shows Congress-organized aid consignments. The relief packages prominently feature stickers with an old photo of Rahul Gandhi, while the trucks carrying supplies are decked out with big posters of Congress leaders.
BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari took to social media platform X to highlight the issue. He questioned the Congress’s motives, stating, “If the objective of Congress is to provide flood relief in Punjab, why is it sticking stickers of Rahul Gandhi along with Congress symbol? It’s clear Congress’ priority is not flood relief, but politicising flood relief.”
The BJP also dragged up a past incident from the 2013 Uttarakhand floods, accusing Congress of a similar pattern. Bhandari recalled, “Even during Uttarakhand 2013, the Congress delayed flood relief for Gandhi Vadra family! For Congress, party politics is first, relief is last!”
That 2013 tragedy saw major delays in aid reaching survivors. Reports from the time indicate that at least 500 trucks carrying essential supplies like rations and food were stuck for days in cities like Rishikesh, Dehradun, Haridwar, and Haldwani. They were unable to get the necessary clearances to proceed.
Among these, 96 trucks were reportedly sent by senior Congress leaders on behalf of then-party president Sonia Gandhi and then-vice president Rahul Gandhi. Stranded along the busy 230 km Haridwar-Gangotri bypass, these trucks caused significant traffic jams while critical aid failed to reach those stranded in remote, hard-hit areas.
Truck drivers involved in the 2013 operation had shared harrowing accounts. After arriving in Dehradun, they were told to drive further into the mountains toward Srinagar but were then left completely stranded. Many reported running low on fuel and having no money for food or supplies, with no guidance or contact from the party or government officials to help them.