Fresh Encroachment Allegations Surface in Merapani’s Garbasti Along Assam-Nagaland Border, Tension Mounts

Fresh allegations of land encroachment have emerged from Garbasti in Merapani along the Assam-Nagaland border, triggering tension in the area.

According to local residents, a group of Naga people has allegedly attempted to occupy the gardens and agricultural lands of Assamese families by claiming the properties as their own.

The situation reportedly escalated after boundary posts were allegedly erected forcibly on land and around the residential properties of local Assamese residents.

The incident has sparked strong resentment among the local population, with several Assamese families expressing concern over the possible loss of their homes and agricultural land.

Local residents claim that Assamese families have been cultivating the land in the area since before 1970. They have also pointed out that similar incidents of alleged land encroachment have occurred in the region in the past, leading to tensions along the inter-state border.

Following the latest incident, local Assamese residents have appealed to the district administration to intervene immediately and take necessary steps to protect their land and property.

The situation in Garbasti remains a matter of concern, with residents demanding an early administrative intervention to prevent further escalation.