Ongoing Security Situation had led to civil administration requistioning Army and Assam Rifles for aid to civil authority duties. Over the past 96 hours plus, Security Forces have conducted themselves impartially in restoring law and order.*Out of approximately 23000 internally displaced persons, approximately 9,500 are from the Meitei community while another 10,000 belong to Kuki community.They have been accommodated in various Army and Assam Rifles Company Operating Bases/ Military Garrisons on humanitarian grounds*. These empirical figures exemplify the aspect of impartiality and fairness of all rescue operations conducted by Army and Assam Rifles in restoring normalcy. However, inimical elements are spreading false rumours about the leanings of these security forces towards a particular community. Such rumours need to be dispelled as they not only tarnish the image of these apolitical and righteous forces but they also demoralize the soldier who executes these operations on ground.
Regrettably, a Fake Quadcopter Video alleging Assam Rifles helping armed persons of one of the community is under circulation. The said video, apparently has been prepared not only to disturb peace and harmony of the state but also to malign the reputation of the force whose *impartial and fair conduct is beyond reproach.* Assam Rifles strongly condemns and denies baseless allegations by anti national elements who have released this fake video.
Indian Army requests all sections of the media, influencers & population are requested to refer to official sources & verified handles for any news/ content.
(A Release from Indian Army)
