Imphal, Sep 26 UNC, the apex body of Naga tribes in Manipur, on Saturday called off its four-month-old economic blockade along the national highways in the state.
The decision was taken following talks between delegations of the United Naga Council (UNC), the state government and the Centre in Guwahati on the prevailing law and order situation and measures for peace-building, an official said.
In a statement, the UNC said, “Upon the agreement arrived at in the tripartite talks held amongst the Government of Manipur, the Government of India, and the United Naga Council (UNC) in Guwahati on Saturday, the council hereby announces the suspension of the ongoing economic blockade with effect from 6 pm on September 26.”
The council also expressed its appreciation for the cooperation and solidarity extended by all concerned during the course of the agitation.
The blockade was imposed on NH-2, connecting Imphal with Dimapur, and NH-37 in May following the abduction of six Liangmai Naga civilians from Leilon Vaiphei village in Kangpokpi district. Their bodies were recovered on June 10.
The blockade severely affected transportation of essential commodities in the state and led to a rise in the prices of items.
(PTI News)
