The government today said that the second round of talks between the Centre and United Liberation Front of Assam, ULFA were constructive and positive. Talking to media persons in New Delhi Union Home Secretary RK Singh said a good progress have been made and talks were very cordial.

In reply to a question about autonomy issue, Mr. Singh said that all aspect related to centre and state relations will be discussed in the next round of the talks.

Earlier, pro-talk ULFA Chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa said that government has given them several assurances and they have raised many issues including constitutional amendments. He said, next round of talks will be held in two months.

Our correspondent reports that the pro-talk faction had submitted its charter of demands to Union Home Minister P Chidambaram in August last year which was followed by the first round of talks with the Union Home Ministry in October.

The 12-point charter of demands, include constitutional amendments to give Assam greater control over its natural resources, revenue generation, participation in the planning process, ensuring a secure demographic situation, besides accelerated and balanced development .