Guwahati, Jul 11 (PTI) The Assam government will press for a tripartite meeting involving the Centre and a conglomerate of 21 organisations of Karbi Anglong for resolving their demands, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday.

Sarma met with representatives of the Forum for Hills Autonomous State Movement (FHASM) Alliance here to discuss the issues raised by it.

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The alliance, involving political as well as apolitical organisations, has been pressing for a “state within state” for Karbi Anglong district, among other demands.

“Our tribal sisters and brothers are an intrinsic part of Assam's social fabric. We are committed to empower them and protect their unique heritage,” Sarma said in a post on X after the meeting.

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The Chief Minister's Office (CMO), in another post, said Sarma discussed the ongoing concerns and aspirations of the forum during the meeting.

“The meeting focused on mutual respect, safeguarding unique identity, inclusive development and adherence to constitutional processes to address the forum's aspirations,” it said.

The chief minister stated that “he would impress upon for a tripartite meeting involving the Central Government, State Government and FHASM to find an amicable resolution to their demands”, the CMO said.

Sarma also reviewed the implementation of the 2021 Karbi Accord provisions, and reiterated the importance of peaceful engagement and tangible solutions in the interest of the people, it added.

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