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Massive blockade against Meghalaya enters second day in Boko

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The 500 hour long economic blockade continues to disrupt movement of traffic between Assam and Meghalaya through Boko for the second consecutive day.


Convened by a number local organizations, hundreds of protesters blocked Hahim where hundreds of coal laden trucks are remaining stranded.


The protestors alleged that the neighbouring state has been trying to occupy Langpih in view of its rich natural resources.


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