Nagaland Church Bodies and Students Condemn Assam Rifles Operations, Call for AFSPA Review

Church bodies and the Chakhesang Students' Union in Nagaland have condemned recent Assam Rifles operations in Peren and Phek districts. The Nagaland Baptist Church Council criticized a late-night raid at Samziuram Baptist Church, calling it a violation of sacred space and intimidation. The Chakhesang Students' Union denounced an alleged raid targeting the Phek Students' Union general secretary, demanding justice and the repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), citing concerns over military powers and civilian rights.