Itanagar bandh call deferred to Nov 9
The All Nyishi Youth Association has deferred its proposed 24 hr capital bandh on Monday. The bandh will take place on November 9.
Addressing the media persons at Arunachal Press Club on Saturday, ANYA President Biri Kakum said they are firm on their demands.
The major demands include steps to do away with Pre-Paid electric Meter system from the capital, creation of Kamle and Pakke-Kessang districts, Inclusion of Smart City to Itanagar, White paper on financial status of the state, construction of 4-way lane road from Itanagar to Banderdewa.
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