[Assam] Have you been to Silchar by road?

[Pradip Kumar Datta]

Have you been to Silchar by road?



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If the Barak Valley seems to be forming a disconnect with the
Brahmaputra Valley, blame must go to politicians — both at Dispur and
New Delhi — for having done practically nothing to abridge the gap,
both psychological and developmental. The two regions are part of the
same State and, therefore, need a similar redressal of their
grievances. However, when it comes to the Barak Valley, there is an
overwhelming sense of discrimination and alienation. Leaders from
Dispur hardly make it a point to visit the area and make the people
there feel that they too are cherished the same way as people in the
much privileged Brahmaputra Valley are.....more

details here:
http://borakvalley.blogspot.com/2008/09/have-you-been-to-silchar-by-road.html