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Calls for revocation of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act are growing louder in the restive state.

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) should be abolished, according to Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma.

Condemning the killing of civilians during an anti-insurgency operation by security forces in Nagaland, several Lok Sabha members called for a repeal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) enforced in the state. Emphasising that emotional integration of people living in border areas is extremely important for the unity and integrity of the country, senior Congress

Conrad K Sangma joined the growing chorus for withdrawal of the law amid the civilian killings in Nagaland

The AFSPA, in force in certain parts of Assam, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh besides Nagaland, allows the Army and paramilitary forces to conduct raids, and arrest anyone anywhere without prior notice or arrest warrant.

Ambush, mob fury, and a lawless law: A timeline of what happened in Nagaland on December 4

This is a moment to review if anti-insurgency gains justify the prolonged use of a legal shield for Indian armed forces that’s often cited in troubled states as ‘proof’ of unequal treatment

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Monday strongly demanded the repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Power) Act, 1958 as hundreds of people bid an emotional farewell to the 14 civilians killed by security forces in Mon district.

Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, on Monday demanded the removal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from the state stating that the law has tarnished the image of the country.

The Indian Army has expressed regret over the incident and said it is being investigated at the highest level.