Shillong (Meghalaya), June 25: A tense situation unfolded on the Assam-Meghalaya border today when a crowd of approximately 400 people from Lapangap and adjoining villages uprooted saplings planted by Assam in a disputed area, according to SP West Jaintia Hills. The incident prompted intervention from district administrations on both sides, with efforts made to control and disperse the crowd.
The disputed area has been a point of contention between Assam and Meghalaya for decades, with both states claiming ownership. The recent incident has reignited tensions, highlighting the need for a lasting resolution to the border dispute.
According to the SP, the district administrations on both sides worked to de-escalate the situation, and most of the crowd has since dispersed. The incident serves as a reminder of the complexities and challenges involved in resolving the longstanding border dispute between the two states.
