In a recent statement, the United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent), commonly referred to as ULFA(I), has alleged that the Indian Army conducted drone strikes on their camps located along the Myanmar border. The group, which is banned in India, claimed that the attacks occurred in the early hours of Sunday at several mobile camps, resulting in the death of a senior leader and injuries to approximately 19 others.
However, this assertion has been met with skepticism from military sources, who firmly denied any involvement or operation conducted by the Indian Army in that region or timeframe. The Army officials stated categorically that no such drone strikes had taken place.
The claims from ULFA(I) come at a time of heightened tensions in the region, as security forces continue to monitor activities along the sensitive border areas. The Indian Army has been actively engaged in counter-insurgency operations, but official sources have reiterated the lack of any recent operations involving drones specifically targeting ULFA(I) camps.
As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether further developments will arise from this incident, particularly in light of the varying accounts from the ULFA(I) and Indian Army representatives. The allegations from the militant group highlight ongoing challenges related to insurgency and the complexities of border security in the region, making it a topic of ongoing concern for both local governments and military authorities.
