Tezpur: An indefinite economic blockade called jointly by the All Nyishi Students’ Union (ANSU) and the All Nyishi Youth Association (ANYA) began in Arunachal Pradesh on Wednesday, with the agitation primarily enforced at the Bhalukpong and Nechiphu check gates in West Kameng district.
The blockade follows an ultimatum issued by the two organisations to the state government, demanding the immediate arrest of those allegedly involved in repeated attacks on members of the Nyishi community.
ANSU and ANYA have also accused local police of failing to prevent the alleged clashes amid continuing tensions between the Hrusso (Aka) and Nyishi communities.
The organisations launched the blockade after their charter of demands reportedly remained unaddressed by the authorities.
Bhalukpong and Nechiphu are key entry and transit points into Arunachal Pradesh, and the blockade is expected to disrupt vehicular movement and the transportation of goods.
Reports also indicate that protests and other forms of agitation have spread to areas including Upper Subansiri district.