Assam Rifles clarifies
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IMPHAL, May 4
Responding to a news item in connection with the demand raised to transfer the Post Commander of 3AR Saibol Outpost by the Moirengthel Trade Hub and Development Committee, the Assam Rifles underscored a critical aspect of the said situation.
A statement by the Public Relations Officer, Headquarters IGAR (South) stated, 'In the absence of the Free Movement Regime (FMR), any movement of any good including timber across the IMB is illegal. Timber originating from Myanmar is subject to stringent regulations mandating passage through the Integrated Check Post, Moreh to fulfil custom duties. Failure to adhere to these procedures renders the timber illicit and categorizes it as contraband'.
The above reference is from the Manipur Government's letter dated February 16, 2024 ordering suspension of FMR and the recommendation of MHA for suspension of FMR to MEA.
The statement highlighted that Assam Rifles under its border guarding role is mandated to uphold the directives of the Central and State Government and clarified that the measures taken to ensure the same are not intended to cause inconvenience to anyone.
Further it maintained that the Assam Rifles is a responsible security force and remains committed to facilitating smooth operations within the framework of prevailing regulations and encouraging all parties to cooperate and adhere to the prescribed procedures to ensure the orderly conduct of cross border trade and transportation.
Responding to a news item in connection with the demand raised to transfer the Post Commander of 3AR Saibol Outpost by the Moirengthel Trade Hub and Development Committee, the Assam Rifles underscored a critical aspect of the said situation.
A statement by the Public Relations Officer, Headquarters IGAR (South) stated, 'In the absence of the Free Movement Regime (FMR), any movement of any good including timber across the IMB is illegal. Timber originating from Myanmar is subject to stringent regulations mandating passage through the Integrated Check Post, Moreh to fulfil custom duties. Failure to adhere to these procedures renders the timber illicit and categorizes it as contraband'.
The above reference is from the Manipur Government's letter dated February 16, 2024 ordering suspension of FMR and the recommendation of MHA for suspension of FMR to MEA.
The statement highlighted that Assam Rifles under its border guarding role is mandated to uphold the directives of the Central and State Government and clarified that the measures taken to ensure the same are not intended to cause inconvenience to anyone.
Further it maintained that the Assam Rifles is a responsible security force and remains committed to facilitating smooth operations within the framework of prevailing regulations and encouraging all parties to cooperate and adhere to the prescribed procedures to ensure the orderly conduct of cross border trade and transportation.