Peace Restored: Assam-Meghalaya Border Farmers Resume Paddy Harvesting

The prolonged stand-off over paddy harvesting at Lapangap village, located along the Assam-Meghalaya border, has reached a resolution. Farmers resumed their work on Tuesday, operating under stringent security arrangements, officials reported.

The breakthrough came through the coordinated efforts of Meghalaya's Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, the Chief Executive Member of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council, and local traditional leaders. Their initiatives were pivotal in easing the heightened tensions that had erupted between the two communities.

A strong show of unity was evident when Karbi villagers from Lakaroi assisted Pnar villagers of Lapangap in harvesting the paddy. This support follows a period of suspension since violence broke out on October 9, which tragically resulted in one death. Senior officials confirmed that the situation has stabilized, with security still in place to ensure safety.