Meghalaya police to investigate into demand notes served in the name of HNLC

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaJuly 25, 2023

Deputy Inspector General of Police (Eastern Range) Davis NR Marak on Tuesday said police are investigating into alleged serving of demand notes in the name of the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) in the Khasi and Jaintia Hills region.

Speaking to reporters, Marak said, “We cannot rule out at this stage (whether demand notes are genuine or not). We are inquiry to this matter and only once we inquire and investigate into this matter fully then we will be able to find out.”

“The person (Synshar Khymdeit) whose name appeared apparently has denied that it was not him and in fact he had reported yesterday to police headquarters also. Now whether these are genuine HNLC demand notes or somebody is taking advantage using the name of the HNLC for serving the demand notes that we will uncover when we investigate further into this case,” he added.

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Marak also said that the police will also inquire whether Khymdeit is involved or not or whether somebody else must have used his names for serving these demand notes, which have surfaced and have been circulating and reported by the media.

While denying its involvement in the serving of demand notes, the HNLC in a statement had stated that pending the finalisation of the peace process people can contribute to the Council in the form of donation.

When asked, the DIG said, “Even now, HNLC is an unlawful association. Any donation to an unlawful association or any form of donation or help or contribution, will be liable (for punishment). Anyone donating or contributing (to the outfit) if we get to know and we have proof that they are donating, we will take action as per law.”