MP invokes RTI on ‘buffer zones’
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IMPHAL, Jan 8: Lok Sabha Member Dr Bimol Akoijam has filed an application under the Right to Information (RTI) with the Ministry of Home Affairs seeking clarity on the existence, legal basis and official notifications related to any buffer zones in the State of Manipur.
Through the RTI application, the MP has sought information on whether any buffer zones have been declared that segregate or restrict the free movement of Zo and Hmar citizens from areas dominated by the Meiteis and vice versa.
The application further seeks copies of notifications, if any, declaring such buffer zones, along with details of the legal provisions, laws and executive orders under which they have been notified.
Through the RTI application, the MP has sought information on whether any buffer zones have been declared that segregate or restrict the free movement of Zo and Hmar citizens from areas dominated by the Meiteis and vice versa.
The application further seeks copies of notifications, if any, declaring such buffer zones, along with details of the legal provisions, laws and executive orders under which they have been notified.