23/05/2026
Leaders of the Arunachal Pradesh Indigenous Youth Organisation (APIYO) have issued a strong warning against alleged illegal immigration, declaring they will "d*e fighting" but never allow Bangladeshi Muslims to settle in the state.
In a press conference held at the Arunachal Press Club in Itanagar this week, APIYO representatives raised concerns over illegal mosque constructions, fake Inner Line Permits (ILPs), and demographic changes threatening indigenous tribal identity.
The group, led by figures including president Taro Sonam Liyak, described the issue as a national security matter rather than a purely state concern, pointing to alleged daily influxes of migrants from Bangladesh and other areas.
"If the Chief Minister fails to act despite written assurance, neither the Government nor I will sleep peacefully," Sonam said.
APIYO has previously organised rallies and issued ultimatums to the government demanding deportation of illegal immigrants and demolition of unauthorised structures.
