Malkangiri, April. 30: The District Adivasi Samaj Mahasangha, Malkangiri, has expressed deep concern over the alleged atrocities and human rights violations against tribal communities residing in the Sijimali region of Kalahandi and Rayagada districts.
In this regard, the Mahasangha submitted a memorandum addressed to the Hon’ble Governor of Odisha through the Malkangiri District Collector. The memorandum states that on the nights of March 13 and April 7, police and administrative authorities allegedly used force against peaceful tribal residents in the Sijimali area.
It has been alleged that villagers protesting against mining activities were unlawfully arrested, and women were subjected to mistreatment. The Mahasangha has claimed that these actions constitute a violation of the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution, the PESA Act, and the Forest Rights Act, 2006.
The Adivasi Mahasangha has put forward five प्रमुख demands, including:
A fair and impartial inquiry into the Sijimali incident
Immediate cessation of alleged repression by police and administration
Protection of the constitutional rights of tribal communities
Prior consent of Gram Sabhas before any land acquisition or mining activities
उचित justice and compensation for affected families
The memorandum was submitted under the leadership of Mahasangha President Bandhu Muduli, with several members and officials present.
The Mahasangha has warned that if the issue is not resolved soon, a democratic statewide आंदोलन will be launched across Odisha.
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