Arunachal police pledge swift justice as Mising community continues road blockade over worker deaths

Arunachal Pradesh's top police official addressed mounting tensions today as community organisations maintained their indefinite blockade of seven major highways connecting the state with Assam. The protest stems from the recent murders of two young migrant workers from Assam's Mising community.

 

IGP (Law & Order) Chukhu Apa briefed the media on investigation progress in both cases while appealing for calm as anger continues to simmer over the deaths of 22-year-old Probash Doley and 30-year-old Shankar Pegu.

 

The joint committee comprising Takam Mising Porin Kebang, Mising Mimag Kebang, and Takam Mising Mime Kebang has brought traffic to a standstill on key arterial routes, demanding justice for the victims.

 

Police have nearly completed their investigation into Doley's death, which occurred on June 18 when the young labourer from Misamora village was allegedly killed by Tai John in Chimpu, Itanagar, following a minor dispute.

 

Officers recovered crucial evidence, including a blood-stained machete and clothing from the accused's residence. The suspect remains in custody under charges of murder as investigators await forensic laboratory results.

 

"The investigation is complete and we are preparing to file the chargesheet," the IGP confirmed, adding that a supplementary chargesheet would follow once the scientific evidence analysis concludes.

 

The more recent incident involved Shankar Pegu from Borajuli village, who was shot by his employer Tadar Bhai on July 13 in the Roing-Tezu region. Despite being rushed to TRIHMS hospital by the accused contractor, Pegu died from his injuries the following morning.

 

Police have registered the case under murder charges along with Arms Act violations, with the accused currently in custody.

 

Authorities emphasised that both incidents represent individual criminal acts rather than systematic targeting of any community. The police leadership committed to ensuring justice while working to expedite trial proceedings through the courts.

 

Recognising the essential contribution of migrant workers to the state's development, officials announced enhanced security measures for outside labourers, particularly those from Assam. All district superintendents have received instructions to strengthen protection protocols.

 

The state government also plans to provide financial support to victims' families through the Victim Compensation Scheme.

 

While acknowledging the grief and anger felt by the community, the IGP urged protesters to allow legal processes to proceed. "We understand the emotions involved, but we urge everyone to let the law take its course," he stated, warning against taking justice into private hands.