Guwahati, May 16 -- The Arunachal Pradesh ST Bachao Andolan has received written assurances from the state government over several demands concerning the protection of indigenous rights and proposed reforms to the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system.

In an official communication issued by the Office of the Minister for Home, ISBA, PH&EWS and DIA, the government acknowledged the concerns raised by the organisation and stated that steps are being initiated in a systematic manner to address the issues.

The letter assured action on multiple matters, including the release of detained individuals without further legal proceedings under applicable provisions. It also highlighted plans for the digitalisation of the ILP system, along with amendments ...