Angami Students’ Union barred a taxi driver for carrying passengers without Inner Line Permits and called for stricter border checks.
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DIMAPUR — The Angami Students’ Union (ASU) has barred a taxi driver from operating within Angami jurisdiction after its officials intercepted a vehicle allegedly carrying passengers without valid Inner Line Permits (ILPs).
In a press release issued on Tuesday, the ASU said the incident occurred on the night of January 25, when its officials, returning from official duties, intercepted a taxi bearing registration number NL 07T 1163 for alleged reckless driving. On checking the vehicle, the union claimed it was transporting seven passengers, in violation of the All Nagaland Taxi Association (ANTA) regulations.
The ASU further alleged that five of the seven passengers were travelling without the mandatory ILP. The driver was identified as MD Ali Hussain, 39, son of MD Siraj Uddin, a resident of Midland Colony. The union accused him of actively assisting the entry of “illegal immigrants” into the state.
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“In light of these findings, the ASU hereby bars MD Ali Hussain from operating any taxi within the Angami jurisdiction with immediate effect,” the union stated, warning that any violation of the directive would invite stern action.
While acknowledging the efforts of the ANTA in supporting the ILP regime, the ASU urged the association to once again caution its drivers to ensure that no loopholes are exploited in the future.
The union also called upon the state government to strengthen security at all transit points by enforcing proper regulations and rigorous ILP checks. It said border monitoring must be carried out with “utmost precision” to prevent further undocumented influx.
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Appealing to the public to remain vigilant, the ASU cautioned against providing shelter or facilitating the entry of undocumented immigrants into the state. It urged citizens to report any such cases to the appropriate authorities.
“We must act with a unified spirit to safeguard our future, ensuring our response remains firm, disciplined, and within the framework of our responsibility to our people,” it added.