As the deadline for removal of the entry tax in Khanduli ends, Jaiñtia Students Movement (JSM), protested outside the JHADC office today.
The gate was erected by the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council on April 15, 2023 and ever since has brought in tension between the Pnar and Karbi communities along the Meghalaya-Assam border.
On June 30, the JSM leaders had met with West Jaiñtia Hills Deputy Commissioner Batlang S Sohliya with the demand.
The protestor led by its president, N. Ribok Biam condemned the MDCs of the district council stating that it has never uttered a word on the issue.
Education Secretary Wellson Siangshai announced that the organisation will hold a sit-in demonstration from tomorrow if the tax gate is not removed.
Secretary ka Shnong Khanduli Helme Slong along took part in the protest with the JSM and told reporters that the farmers are unable to go to their farmlands because they have to pay tax at the gate.
Meanwhile, during the one-day summer session of the JHADC opposition MDC, Awhai Andrew Shullai during the question hour question the claims made by Assam over Khanduli.
Replying to his query, Executive Member F. Bareh said Khanduli falls under the jurisdiction and falls under the Thadlaskeiñ Block. He said the Waheh Shnong is also recognised under the district council Act, 2015.
