Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday promised the people of the Northeast living in Delhi that the government would provide them effective protection.
He gave this assurance to a delegation from the region, which called on him to express concerns about the treatment meted out to the people of the Northeast in the capital. The delegation was led by Union Minister of State Ninong Ering.
Dr. Singh said the actual cause of the death of Nido Tania — the student from Arunachal Pradesh whose death after a fight here has brought the spotlight on racism against the people from the Northeast — would be established only after the autopsy report was received. “Violence which preceded his demise is tragic and shameful,” he said.
He pointed out that it was affirmed by all parties in Parliament that every Indian should ensure that fellow citizens from the Northeast felt safe and every part of the country welcomed them. “What is at stake are human values, amity, and the unity and integrity of the country.”
Speaking specifically about Delhi, Dr. Singh said the city was enriched by people from all over the country.
Special correspondent adds:
Strengthen amity, says Pranab
President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday expressed “deep sorrow and concern” over the death of Nido Taniam, a student from Arunachal Pradesh.
He condemned the violence which preceded his demise and called upon the law enforcement agencies to bring the guilty to justice and ensure the safety and security of all who lived in the capital.
In a statement, he said New Delhi is home to people from all parts of the country, and the core principle of unity in diversity must always be respected.
He called upon all citizens to strengthen friendship and amity among the diverse communities that constituted our nation.
