HT Correspondent
HAFLONG, Feb 17: Tension gripped the hill district of Dima Hasao following a fresh incident of firing ahead of the forthcoming Assam Legislative Assembly elections, raising concerns over security in one of the state’s most sensitive hill districts during the pre-election period.
According to official sources, the incident took place at around 3:30 PM on Monday in the Dihakho area under the jurisdiction of Langting Police Station in Dima Hasao district. A group of unidentified armed miscreants reportedly opened fire on a police patrolling team operating in the area.
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The police personnel immediately retaliated, leading to a brief exchange of gunfire between the two sides. However, taking advantage of the dense terrain and forest cover, the miscreants managed to flee from the spot.
Following the incident, security forces recovered one AK-56 rifle, a magazine, several rounds of live ammunition, clothes, a torchlight and a bag containing other objectionable materials from the site. Authorities believe the recovery indicates the involvement of an organised armed group.
Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported from either side in the exchange of fire.
In the aftermath of the incident, police and security forces launched a massive combing and search operation across the region to track down the fleeing suspects. The entire area has been placed under heightened surveillance and additional security measures have been enforced to prevent any further untoward incidents.
The fresh gunfight has once again sparked anxiety among local residents, particularly at a time when the political atmosphere is intensifying ahead of the Assembly elections. Senior district officials have assured that the situation is under control and that all necessary steps are being taken to maintain peace and stability in the district.
