DIMAPUR: In the aftermath of the February 6 gangrape of a Naga woman by 5 illegal immigrants in Dimapur, the Public Action Committee on Illegal Immigrants Detection, Dimapur (PAC) has resolved to monitor and screen illegal immigrants.
The PAC, at a meeting held on February 16, decided to enroll and register permanent Muslim settlers of Dimapur to segregate illegal migrants and protect the identity and privilege of original Muslim settlers here.
It also notified all original/permanent Muslim settlers of Dimapur to obtain a prescribed Form from the office of the Naga Council, Dimapur, and submit duly filled forms within March 10.
Any citizen claiming to be original/permanent Muslim settler of Dimapur found not possessing proper documents would be deemed as an illegal immigrant and would be referred to the authorities concerned for necessary action, the meeting resolved. The members of the Youth Association of Nagaland under Public Action Committee shall assist the authorities concerned authorities for the same.
The PAC further reiterated that ILP and passport control units be set up at Dimapur Railway Station, Dillai Gate, Nagaland Gate (Golaghat Rd).
"ILP's original purpose being to protect the tribal Nagas, the current alarming trend of unabated influx of illegal migrants has virtually damaged society and it is high the government, citizens and leaders alike wake up to the situation and enforce ILP at the stated entry points," it said.
The PAC, on behalf of all Nagas, reaffirmed its appreciation and solidarity with all non-Nagas who maintained cordial relations with the Nagas and also have respect for their culture.