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GUWAHATI, Aug 23: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed deep concern over the rising crime rates in areas where indigenous Assamese communities have become minorities, citing the recent Dhing rape case as an alarming example, Chief Minister Office announced on Friday.
During a press briefing, Sarma stated, “In regions where indigenous Assamese are outnumbered, crimes like this have become more frequent. We need to identify our real enemies.”
The Dhing rape case, which has sent shockwaves across the state, involves an attack on a minor girl by three unidentified men who reportedly arrived on a motorcycle.
Subsequently, a manhunt has been initiated, and police have already arrested two suspects, with efforts ongoing to apprehend the third.
In response to the incident, the Dhing Regional Students’ Union has condemned the crime and declared a complete shutdown in Dhing until the culprits are caught.
Additionally, as part of the protest, all shops, markets, and educational institutions in the area will remain closed.
Meanwhile, police and paramilitary forces have been deployed to maintain security during the shutdown.
