The Centre and the Assam government has signed Suspension of Operation treaty with the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (Ranjan Daimary faction) in Guwahati this evening. State Additional DGP (Law and Order) A P Rout said that the treaty was signed in between government officials and the leaders of the outfit. AIR Correspondent reports that the treaty will be reviewed after six months.

With the signing of the treaty, deck has been cleared to initiate formal negotiations. The outfit has submitted a list of 579 cadres and 40 weapons. All the cadres will be shifted to designated camps. State Home Secretary said that all the cadres will be given identity cards, monthly stipend.

Government will also provide them skill development trainings so that they can manage their livelihood. The much anticipated treaty is likely to bring long lasting peace particularly in Lower Assam. While the Progressive faction of the outfit is holding talks with the Centre , the Sangbijit group has involved in subversive activities.