Shillong, Mar 28: Ichamati violence and killing of two persons have prompted the Sohra Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) to impose section 144 CrPC from Thursday in the entire sub division.
The order prohibits assembly of 4 or more persons, carrying of arms and engaging in provocation actions within the Sohra Sub Division.
The order was passed ex-parte following apprehension of breach of public peace and tranquillity in Sohra Sub Division in view of the twin murder that took place in Ichamati and Dalda villages under Shella in the evening of March 27.
According to the order passed by SDM Saloni Verma, there are sufficient and substantial concerns regarding public safety and security and that it is necessary to take immediate steps to prevent further loss of life and maintain law and order in the area.
No assembly/congregation/meeting of 4 or more persons is permitted in any public place within Sohra Sub Division until further notice. This includes rallies, cultural events, social events and all other forms of collective gatherings, the magistrate said.
Meetings/processions relating to the upcoming election to the Lok Sabha are exempted but only if they have received due permission from the office of the SDO (Election), Sohra.
The order said all individuals except law enforcement agencies and their personnel are prohibited from carrying any arms/weapons/corrosive and inflammatory substances/lathis/daggers/sticks/knives/spears/swords or any other article capable of being used as a weapon of offence or defence in any public place in Sohra Sub Division.
The order also prohibited all individuals of Sohra Sub Division from engaging in provocative actions, slogans, speech or messages through verbal, written or electronic means, which may incite or inflame passions, leading to a breach of public order and tranquillity.
All individuals/associations/groups in Sohra are prohibited from using loudspeakers, amplifiers or other similar instruments in or at any private vehicles or private building or public place unless allowed by the competent authority.
All residents, community leaders, and stakeholders have been asked to comply with this order and cooperate with law enforcement agencies to maintain peace and order in the area.
Violation of the order is punishable under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code.
