Former Phulbari MLA Surrenders Over Garo Hills Violence

The case spotlights tensions over non-tribal participation in the Garo Hills council elections.

Overview

SG Esmatur Mominin surrendered at Nongpoh Police Station on Monday after weeks on the run.
Police took the former Phulbari MLA to Tura for legal processing and said a local court appearance is likely on Tuesday.
Residents have filed at least two FIRs that name him as an instigator of the recent unrest.
Investigators say the trouble began on March 9 when he tried to file a nomination for the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council in Tura and then gave an inflammatory speech at Chibinang.
The clashes killed at least two people, led to arson and 28 arrests, and forced the state to postpone the council elections.