AFSPA to be withdrawn from most of Northeast by 2027, says Home Minister Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) will be withdrawn from the entire Northeast by next year, with the exception of one or two states. This statement was made after signing a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Centre, Assam, and Nagaland concerning mineral and oil operations in disputed border areas. Shah indicated that the reduction in areas covered under AFSPA signifies increasing peace in the region, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a developed Northeast.
Key Points
- AFSPA is slated for withdrawal from most of the Northeast region by 2027.
- The withdrawal indicates improving peace and stability in the region.
- The announcement was made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah after signing a tripartite MoU.
- The MoU was between the Centre, Assam, and Nagaland regarding mineral and oil operations in disputed border areas.
Exam Facts
- AFSPA (Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act) to be withdrawn from most of Northeast from 2027.
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah made the announcement.
- A tripartite MoU was signed between the Centre, Assam, and Nagaland.
- The MoU concerned mineral and oil operations in disputed Assam-Nagaland boundary areas.
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