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06/26/2008: "NSCN(I-M) overrun Vihokhu camP By NPN Dimapur27/06/2008 Staff Reporter"

NSCN(I-M) overrun Vihokhu camP By NPN | Dimapur27/06/2008 Staff Reporter

Dimapur, June 26(NPN): A showdown turned to total rout after the NSCN (I-M) army personnel overran the headquarters of the rival “NSCN” at Vihokhu situated atop a hillock, Thursday morning with little resistance from the handful of defenders.
Most of the inmates that included scores of high ranking cadre-members and their retinue of armed bodyguards fled during Wednesday night on foot, leaving behind their vehicles as the link road had already been cut off by the NSCN (I-M) army personnel.
The NSCN (I-M) personnel ransacked the entire camp , burned down scores of hutments along with 43 vehicles including a bull dozer.
A total of seven dead bodies were recovered in and around the camp while two other bodies were recovered from Singrijan area, making it a total of nine killed in factional clashes during the past 24 hours.
At Vihokhu, IRB and Assam Rifles were prevented from entering the camp by the public while negotiations were on between the leader of the NSCN (I-M) group one ‘Major’ Viyito (Avi) with DMC chairperson Khekaho , the GBs and DBs and Sumi NGOs.
Later, D.C Dimapur Maongwati held separate talks with ‘Maj’ Viyeto and ‘Maj’ Khehoto Sumi of NSCN (I-M) and ‘Brig’. Niki Sumi and ‘Col.’ Aheto of the “GPRN/NSCN” asking them to return back to their designated camps, after which it was agreed to give time till 1 p.m.
Public from various neighbouring villages arrived and began marching towards the camp after a short prayer and shouting slogans, ‘we want peace’, ‘vacate the camp’ ‘No more bloodshed of your own brothers’.
DMC Chairperson Khekaho Assumi took the initiative to negotiate with ‘Major’ Viyeto Chishi commanding the section that took control of the rival’s camp.
‘Major’ Viyeto speaking in Sumi, told the public “today we were compelled to do what we had done as the camp is not recognized by the government of India as a designated camp, so we had to destroy it”. He also responded to the public demand to vacate the camp by saying that “we didn’t come to stay here”.
While leaving ‘Maj’ Viyito thanked the DC, S.P, DMC Chairperson, GB’s & DB’s and all the public and the villagers for giving them the time to re-group their personnel.
He also cautioned public about live bombs etc. While leaving he requested the public to take care of the dead bodies of any cadre.
It was by 12.30 p.m. that the public, police, admistration could enter the burned down camp.
According to SDPO Dimapur Sunget jamir, the villagers had identified five among the seven whose bodies were recovered while two could not be identified. Around 60 houses and 43 vehicles were burned down. As a precautionary measure one company of IRB had been deployed in the area.
Seven who were killed included: Bedhel, (“NSCN-K”) son of Halom; Viyiho (NSCN-K) son of Vishihe; Vitoho , (NSCN-K) s/o Asukhu; John Mansang (I-M); Joshua Pochury (NSCN-K) and two whose bodies were yet to be identified.
The injured was identified as- Khaketo (NSCN-K)
Vehicles torched included; Maruti Alto – (2), Gypsy- (14), Bolero- (12), Maruti van- (2)
Tata- Indica- (1), Maruti car- (7), Honda city-(1), Bike(3), TVS ‘Intake’ - (1) and Bull-dozer- (1).
In another incident Police on Thursday morning recovered two dead bodies, one at Tsetrongse Village and the other one near Singrijan bridge. The deceased were identified as ‘Sergeant Major’ Daniel Pochury ,son of Kholo Pochury of Akhwego Village under Meluri PS and ‘ Capt.’ Ikishe Sumi son of Khumtsa of Khumtsa Village. Police said that both the victims were shot in their head. Both the bodies were later handed over to relatives.

Joint Statement from Naga Peace Submit - Chiangmai, Thailand.
General (ret'd) V.S. Atem, Emissary to the Collective Leadership of NSCN, and Y. Wangtin Naga Deputy Kilonser, NSCN/GPRN jointly condemn excessive actions of cadres from both the NSCNs in attacking one another in the Dimapur area. Representatives of both NSCNs in Chiangmai, Thailand opined that such kind of escalation and violence is the main blockage.

Therefore, both representatives agreed that their cadres should go back to their respective camps and be confined there, and that any use of non-Naga armed groups against Nagas should be stopped, and cease harboring such groups.

Naga people are fighting for a single goal and therefore the feeling of oneness should be created amongst the Nagas through the spirit of forgiveness.

Signed at Chiang Mai, Thailand on 26 June 2008.
Sd/- Sd/-

General (ret'd V.S. Atem Y. Wangtin Naga
Emissary to the Collective Leadership Deputy Kilonser
NSCN NSCN/GPRN

NSCNs poised for major showdown By Staff Reporter | Dimapur25/06/2008
Even as the Chiangmai reconciliation meet was underway near Bangkok, conducted jointly by Baptist World Alliance and Quakers group to bring warring armed Naga factions to end clashes and killings, rival NSCN factions are poised for a major showdown in and around Vihokhu.
Estimates from various sources, indicate that the 'GPRN/NSCN' and NSCN(I-M) have each, massed more than 200 heavily armed cadres in and around Vihokhu village since Wednesday.
Assam Rifles and IRB columns were unable to enter the battle zone inside thick jungles, amid intermittent firing by both sides.
According to 'Capt' H. Sumi of the GPRN/NSCN, the firing started at around 8.30 p.m. Tuesday, after his men detected around seventy to eighty armed members of the rival NSCN(I-M) faction, uprooting defensive bamboo stilts planted at the perimeter of the camp near Konyak village, ostensibly, in preparation for an assault.
'Capt' Sumi said his side fired several rounds at the NSCN(I-M)spearheading the attack and halted their advance. 'Maj' S. Sema , also of the ' GPRN/NSCN' said the firing erupted twice on Wednesday morning- once at around 4 a.m. and again at 8 a.m. though no casualties were reported. He also said intermittent exchange of fire went on at a nearby fishery pond belonging to a former minister. He said the NSCN (I-M) sent reinforcement from Nihoto village side.
'Maj' S. Sema said some who had defected to the NSCN(I-M) has probably led the attackers who were attempting to cross Konyak village. He further claimed that his side proceeding from Xelhozhe, have positioned themselves behind the NSCN(I-M) group from Sietekhema 'A' whose advance was earlier halted near Konyak village.
It was also indicated that the NSCN(I-M)by Wednesday, had opened two other battle fronts- one from Nihoto village side and the other from Khehoi side. The 'GPRN/NSCN' sources said the rival was attempting to launch a three-pronged offensive on Vihokhu and Khehoi after receiving additional reinforcements from Seitikhema 'A' attacking Konyak village side; while other reinforcement from Hebron moving towards the camps at Khehoi and Vihokhu.
Sources in the NSCN(I-M) could not be contacted for information. Heavy firing erupted by 2:35 pm Wednesday with sounds of explosions that could be heard from Khehoi village side near the training camp of the GPRN/NSCN. Firing stop-ped at around 3. 05 pm and erupted after an hour's respite and continued till around 8.30 p.m..
Reports of casualties were reported from both side but there was no confirmation. Police reached Vihokhu village at around 8:30 am with one platoon of the IRB to instill a sense of security in the minds of the public. Later, reinforcement of another platoon of the IRB reached Vihokhu in the afternoon. Police officials including SDPO Nuiland, Khalo, OC East police station, Atu Zumvu and district administration officials including SDO (C), Kuhuboto and EAC Nihokhu also reached the spot.
Meanwile, Police and security forces in Dimapur were on full alert as there were apprehension that clashes could resume by early Thursday.
4 civilians harassed
Some activists of the NSCN (IM) who were heading towards Vihokhu this morning reportedly harassed four civilians at Seitheikema including a teacher. This was however confirmed afterwards by the Dimapur GB/DB Joint Forum who were also on their way to Vihokhu via Seitheikema to ascertain Wednesday's factional clash. Onen Jamir joint secretary of the joint forum said they physically verified the harassed victims. He said the victims included a teacher, two mias and one bihari.
Abducted duo safe
Meanwhile, the GB/DB joint forum also revealed that they visited Vihokhu camp on Tuesday to ascertain the conditions of the two woman activists of the NSCN (IM) who were abducted by the GPRN/NSCN on June 21 and declared them "safe". The joint forum members said they were accompanied by Naga Women Hoho president and vice president. The abducted duo were earlier identified as 'Sgt.' Shon Khiamnungan, daughter of Shingia of Noklak village, and 'Pte.' Shon Amongshe Lams Tikhir of Phakpur village.
CM, organisations condemn clashes By NPN | Dimapur27/06/2008 Dimapur, June 26 (NPN)Talking to newsmen on the sidelines of the Rajya Sabha election state chief minister, Neiphiu Rio condemned Thursday’s factional clash at Vihokhu and described the incident as “unfortunate”. He said ‘good sense’ should prevail among the Naga underground groups. Meanwhile, Rio said he got information that things were progressing well at the Chiangmai meeting in Thailand. (Correspondent)
Pusa flays DAN
Congress MLA, K. V Pusa has said that the factional clashes and fratricidal killings cannot be branded as a political problem as it would not bring any solution.
K. V Pusa in a statement said it was the bounden duty of the Nagaland government to sustain public peace and tranquility by preventing factional clashes and disturbances of any kind within the administrative boundaries of the state. He said the state government should not reduce themselves to a “mere and week appealing authority” but to act and enforce the law of the land and immediately restore public order without fear or prejudice before it spirals out of control.
NSF, NMA, NPMHR
Expressing pain over the recent rise in factional clashes in and around Vihokhu village, the Naga Students’ Federation (NSF), Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA) and Naga People’s Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR) have said the clashes has dampened the hope of the Naga people for a long-sought reconciliation and sustainable peace.
The three organizations in a joint press statement issued by NSF president, Imchatoba Imchen, NMA general secretary, Vivi Nyuthe and NPMHR convenor, Atoho Kiho said the latest factional fight at Vihokhu which took place while the second Naga reconciliation meet was in progress in Chiangmai has made a “mockery of the sincere efforts of the Naga people and well-wishers for permanent peace in our blood-soaked land”.
Pointing out that the Nagas have been questioning the sincerity of the GoI in resolving the Indo-Naga political conflict, the three organizations felt it was time for the Nagas to question the sincerity of own fellow Nagas in resolving the conflict.
The three bodies also resented the “unilateral” decision of the GoI” to replace the chairman of the CFMG stating that familiarity, trust and sincerity was needed among all the parties involved, if any positive development was to be achieved through ceasefire with the two NSCN factions. It strongly urged New Delhi to take immediate and appropriate measures to redress the situation.
Factional Violence Dampens Hope morungexpress
Dimapur June 25 (MExN): A virtual war has erupted between the NSCN (IM) and the “NSCN/GPRN” with the former reportedly launching an attack on the latter’s headquarters at Vihokhu village. The battle commenced on the night of June 24 at around 9:00pm as confirmed by locals who informed to have heard the gunshots start. The battle lasted till early morning today. The situation in the area is still very tense, with reports of more reinforcements of both the factions coming in. An “NSCN/GPRN” functionary said that ‘more firing’ might continue in the early morning tomorrow, since the NSCN (IM) cadres are still present in the area
Vihokhu Reels Under Siege
At around 2:30 pm today, a heavy gun battle erupted between the two warring factions near Vihokhu, the headquarters of the “NSCN/GPRN”. It is reported that NSCN (IM) cadres, who were camping in the nearby jungle and villages, attacked the “NSCN/GPRN” HQ in full strength, from three sides. Police personnel at Vihokhu village, quoting unconfirmed reports, said that the first check-gate leading to the ‘HQ’ was run over. However, an “NSCN/GPRN” functionary, attached with the Publicity Cell, denied it and said that the entire firing took place around two-to-three kilometers away from the ‘HQ.’
Also, it is reported that till late night NSCN (IM) cadres had taken up positions near a betel nut plantation adjoining below the ‘HQ’ to the left flank and had taken control of the farm building of an MLA, to the right. The number of casualties on either NSCN factions has not been confirmed. However, the “NSCN/GPRN” functionary disclosed that it suffered ‘three injuries,’ and inflicted ‘about ten casualties’ on their rivals.
Residents of the area, public and church leaders thronged the road leading to the “NSCN/GPRN” HQ and offered prayers that the fighting cease. The district administration, the police, Dimapur Municipal councilors, a number of GBs and DBs also reached the spot and assessed the situation.
An IRB commander said that the force would camp in Vihokhu tonight and make sure that the warring cadres do not come down to the civilian inhibited areas.
The chief minister’s secretariat in a press release issued by press secretary informed that the district administration and police reached the spot and carried out ‘confidence-building measures’ for civilians and the public of the area, immediately on receiving information about the firing.
The government machinery appeals to the undergrounds cadres to cease firing and return to their respective camps “but intermittent firing continued after regular intervals”, the release stated. Further, the release informed that the government has deployed IRB and Assam Rifles forces along with administrative officers to the entire affected area. Administrative and senior police officers have been assigned to camp in Vihokhu as a measure to reassure the area’s civilians.
Notwithstanding, reports have reached here that frightened families in the area have started vacating the area. A “NSCN/GPRN” functionary informed that the NSCN (IM) cadres are still in reinforcing their cadres. However, the functionary said, his “boys” are also ready to face any eventuality. The “NSCN/GPRN” functionary, however, strongly questioned the role of the state government and the security forces, and alleged that they are ‘aiding and assisting’ the NSCN (IM).
Meanwhile, two children, a small girl and her older cousin brother, from nearby Konyak village at around 11:30 am today were found by journalists of The Morung Express, and returned to their parents. The journalists of the daily were covering the report. The mother of the two children was seriously ill with malaria. The about 9-years old girl and his deaf and dumb brother were left behind when the entire village fled following the start of the fighting. The said older sibling was earlier taken in by armed cadres on suspicion. He was, however, released later on.
Govt condemns factional clash

Dimapur, June 25 (MExN): Nagaland Chief Minister and the state government today once again condemned the factional clashe that took place place in the Vihukhu areas since from the night of June 24 till today morning. The state government expressed displeasure that the factional battle is most unfortunate since this latest eruption of violence coincides with the peace initiatives that is taking place in Chiang Mai, Thailand, under the call of concerned civil societies and the church.
“The undergrounds should listen to the voice of the people, who have been crying out for peace and cessation of hostilities between the underground groups,” stated a press release received here from the Chief Minister’s Secretariat, issued by Abu Metha, press secretary to Chief Minister. Asking the underground groups to respect the feelings and sentiments of the strife-torn and sufefring people, the state government appealed the underground groups to work towards peace and understanding and adhere to the ceasefire ground rules. “A killing between the Naga families is completely unjustified and will only create more division and hatred,” the release stated.
Press Release 26th June'08

VIHOKHU CAMP OPERATION

The valor of the Naga Army was again proved against the reactionaries forces of Azheto-Mulatonou-Kitovi group in the battle to evict and destroy the illegal Vihokhu camp. A seeming show of resistance could not last long and bunker after bunker were overrun till the Naga army penetrate right in the centre of the camp forcing the demoralized reactionary forces to flee in the panic. The few who were left to defend could not face the on slaughter and seven of them were killed in the camp and adjoining areas. Many more were injured as confirmed by the villagers. Seven arms were captured.
As part of the operation to dismantle any structure of the Camp, around 60 vehicles were burnt down. Every standing houses or camps were destroyed. The Naga Army suffered four minor injuries.
The illegal camp in the name of an illegal organization under the name style as NSCN/GPRN was ultimately driven to meet its doom when the government of India went back on its words to act, forcing the Naga Army to handle the matter in the manner it deem fit.
Any forces how high it claimed to be but devoid of national principle, cannot go on playing on the national sentiment. And the people cannot be taken for a ride on such sensitive issue by resorting to rhetoric war.

Issued by: MIP/GPRN.
Press Release
26th June'08

Sgt. Maj. Venda Shan s/o Momo Shan of Mitchiina Town of Pangami Region (Eastern Nagaland) died in a counter retaliatory attack last night at around 10 pm, June 25th when the reactionary force of Azheto–Mulatuno–Kitovi group made a futile attempt on the outpost of Naga Army at Tsetungse (Sangtam) Village under Dhansiri Sub- division Dimapur. For the act of bravery and sacrifice the Naga Army and NSCN pay homage to late Sgt Maj, Venda. The NSCN also express sympathy to the bereaved family members and pray that the almighty God bless and give strength to them to face this sorrow and tragedy. Late Sgt,Maj was attached to the Defense Command of the GHQ. He joined the National Service on 5th march 1998. A national condolence service was conducted at GHQ Naga Army.

Issued by: MIP/GPRN.

TO REVERSE THE REVISITED CURSE The Rev. Seksim Kasar

We were told that a person who is repeatedly attacked by the same disease has a high chance of being succumbed to the disease. A disease that killed a person can revisit his or her children even after a gap of generation or more. They called it Hereditary. A hereditary disease takes its residence in the blood of the family.

Spiritually speaking, sickness is "CURSE" so also aging and death." They come from sin. Adam and Eve, the first human beings who did not experience birth were supposed to live eternally. But they were cursed by God because of the sin they committed in the garden. They had to return to dust.

When we say "sickness," it is to anything that causes harm or lost or death. Certainly, the sin of Adam passed on to humankind of all generations. We were not exception to it. We do not know what kind of sicknesses our ancestors inherited then. But when I retrospect our unwritten history, I suspected that, bitterness, jealousy, hatred, anger, vengeance, greed, unforgiving and unrepentant could be some of the sicknesses our fore-fathers had contracted. We do not know how and when our ancestors started their migration and settled themselves in this mountainous country. I suppose, when they settled themselves and established their homes, they were with such spiritual sicknesses altogether.

The practice of head chopping was one of the curses passed down to their posterities. It was practiced within Naga families. I am almost sure that if an excavation is conducted at your village courtyard, and forensic test applied on the heads they had chopped off, it would be none other's heads than their own next of kin who lived just next to their village.

This practice of head hunting must have its beginning with disapproval from the mass. But we don't know how it was made acceptable, and later incorporated into their culture. It must have been associated with a peculiar trait that killed a brother and in an attempt to justify his killing surreptitiously came up with an idea of the entitlement of a Hero for such ghastly sin of killing. He must also have instigated some men to follow his suit, hence the title of Hero was accorded to. In such case, inevitably, speaking lies, jealousy, hatred, anger, bitterness, vengeance, etc had to be associated with them. Such culture became the main conduit to pass on spiritual sicknesses down to their posterities. The old saying comes true as quoted in Jer 31:29, 'The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children's teeth are set on edge.' It is a simple description of spiritual sicknesses being revisited to their children. When sin is ripe, it produces destruction and death. (cf James 1:15).

As we closely observe the present unwarranted situation of the Nagas, could we guess that we are being revisited by the age-old sicknesses of our fathers? Fighting and killing, raising accusing fingers, writing false and fabricated stories against one another are all modern form of head hunting. We have made sin multiply in our land. We have been fooled by the smart underworld guy. Like the bats are blinded by daylight, our spiritual eye and conscience have been blinded by his devises of speaking lie, jealousy, hatred, anger, vengeance, bitterness, love of money, vested interest, etc. Naturally, blind people have to get lost their way to freedom that leads to peace and prosperity.

In such circumstance, diligent and tearful prayers WITHOUT REPENTANCE will take us to nowhere. Tears and waters cannot wash our sins away. Silver and gold are of no use. A human doctor can't do anything to spiritual sickness. All human efforts are futile. Oh what a miserable creature are we!

Futility, the end point of human capability is the starting point of God's redeeming work. The Cross of Jesus Christ has to come in at this point. When we come to this cross in true repentance, bringing all our infirmities and laying them down at his feet, the message of cross become operative, and Salvation is assured to them who believed.

Therefore, let us allow God to come in to our rescue from this deadly sickness of sin. Let us go to Him repenting from holding prejudices, hatred, anger, jealousy, vengeance, bitterness and all other vain ambitions. Let us cast all our anxiety because he cares for us (cf 1Peter 5"7). Otherwise, we will be overtaken by our own sins. Listen to what the LORD GOD Almighty had said in yore days.

'The LORD is slow to anger, abounding in love and forgiving sin and rebellion. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished; he punishes the children for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation.' Num 14:18-19 (NIV)

Therefore, with contrition, let us earnestly pray God to forgive us our sins as well as our fore-fathers'. Let Him not visit us with divine wrath, but with grace and rains of blessings for all seasons. Let us have hope in the promises of God recorded in the Holy Bible.

Gogoi hails ceasefire By A Staff Reporter Assam Tribune
GUWAHATI, June 25 – Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi today welcomed the decision of the leaders of A and C companies of the 28 battalion of the ULFA to declare a unilateral cease-fire and appealed to all the other members of the outfit as well as to the other insurgent groups to give up the path of violence and come forward for talks with the Government within the framework of the Constitution of India. In a statement released to the media, the Chief Minister pointed out that the 28 battalion was one of the important units of the ULFA and its decision to announce a ceasefire to express desire for talks is a step in the right direction, which would help in ushering in peace and prosperity. “I am happy that more and more ULFA cadres and members of other insurgent outfits are realising the fact that armed struggle has retarded the growth of Assam,” he added.

Gogoi said that armed struggle would not only make the state economically backward and create unemployment but would also make the problems more complicated. “I am happy that more and more cadres of the militant outfits have started realising the fact,” he said. He said that the step taken by the 28 battalion of the ULFA to express desire for peace talks with the Government of India is in the interest of the country, its people and for the future generations.

Reiterating his appeal to all militants to come for talks, the Chief Minister assured that the Government would make all efforts to bring back the militants to the mainstream and provide them all facilities so that they can lead a normal life with honour and dignity and contribute to the society in a meaningful manner.

Later talking to mediapersons, Gogoi said that the Government is yet to receive any formal letter from the leaders of the 28 battalion of the ULFA and came to know about the ceasefire offer through media statement. He said that the leaders of the ULFA would be sidelined and pointed out, “what can the leaders do if they do not have any follower.”

When asked whether talks would be possible without participation of the top leaders of the ULFA, he cited the example of Nagaland and said that talks were held when the legendary Talks can be held without Ulfa chief`s participation: Gogoi
Guwahati, June 26: With the Ulfa virtually splitting, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Thursday said talks with the group was now possible without the participation of its military head Paresh Barua if other leaders took part in the parleys.

"When the majority of a group are against the decision of its chief, it is considered as revolt and the present situation in the Ulfa is no different from that," Gogoi told reporters here.

He welcomed the recent decision of Ulfa's elite strike force 28 battalion's Alpha (A) and Charlie (C) companies to split and declare unilateral ceasefire and come forward for talks with the government.

The 28 battalion is one of the important forces of Ulfa and the decision of its 'A' and 'C' companies was definitely a step in the right direction, Gogoi said.

Expressing his happiness that Ulfa and other insurgent groups are now realising the futility of their armed struggle which has retarded the growth of Assam, Gogoi appealed to all ultras to give up violence and come forward for talks within the framework of the constitution.

Asked if peace talks can be successful with only a section of the group involved, he said "this was followed in Nagaland. When A Z Phizo (who fought for Nagaland's independence) was against peace talks with the Centre, other leaders of the group came forward without the consent of their leader.

"The government will make efforts and provide every facility to bring them to the mainstream so that they can serve the society in a meaningful manner," Gogoi said.
leader Phizo was outside the country.

Talks can be held without Ulfa chief`s participation: Gogoi Zee News

Guwahati, June 26: With the Ulfa virtually splitting, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Thursday said talks with the group was now possible without the participation of its military head Paresh Barua if other leaders took part in the parleys.

"When the majority of a group are against the decision of its chief, it is considered as revolt and the present situation in the Ulfa is no different from that," Gogoi told reporters here.

He welcomed the recent decision of Ulfa's elite strike force 28 battalion's Alpha (A) and Charlie (C) companies to split and declare unilateral ceasefire and come forward for talks with the government.

The 28 battalion is one of the important forces of Ulfa and the decision of its 'A' and 'C' companies was definitely a step in the right direction, Gogoi said.

Expressing his happiness that Ulfa and other insurgent groups are now realising the futility of their armed struggle which has retarded the growth of Assam, Gogoi appealed to all ultras to give up violence and come forward for talks within the framework of the constitution.

Asked if peace talks can be successful with only a section of the group involved, he said "this was followed in Nagaland. When A Z Phizo (who fought for Nagaland's independence) was against peace talks with the Centre, other leaders of the group came forward without the consent of their leader.

"The government will make efforts and provide every facility to bring them to the mainstream so that they can serve the society in a meaningful manner," Gogoi said.