Overview
- The victim, ACHIK member Dilseng M. Sangma (also reported as Marak), died after a group assault near Rajabala, and another activist remains hospitalised.
- West Garo Hills police conducted overnight raids and continue a manhunt for remaining suspects, including quarry owners suspected of involvement.
- The district administration convened peace meetings in Tura, Phulbari and Rajabala, and local markets observed shutdowns as a precaution.
- Civil-society groups and opposition leaders tied the violence to illegal stone quarrying and weak enforcement, urging closure of unauthorized sites and swift prosecutions.
- Leaders including Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and MLA Mizanur Rahman Kazi asked residents to avoid rumours on social media and cooperate with investigators and peace committees.