Congress, non-BJP parties to launch joint protest against demonitisation, GST

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Oct 31

Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) along with non-BJP opposition political parties in the state are going to organise “Black Day” on November 8 to mark the launch of demonitisation of Rs. 1000 and 500 note, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi led BJP government in 2016.

The proposed “Black Day” in the state is planned as part of a nationwide protest to be organises by Congress and non-BJP opposition parties to denounce the demonitisation carried out by the NDA government which was launched at 8pm of November 8, last year.

Speaking to media persons during a press meet held today at Congress Bhawan, MPCC president, TN. Haokip, said a meeting of the Congress and non-BJP opposition parties was convened at Congress Bhawan today to discuss the mode of protest to be carried on November 8.

Subsequently, the meeting unanimously appointed Govindas Konthoujam, as the chairman of the observation sub-committee, which will oversee the entire operation of the proposed observance, he said adding the day would be marked with sit-in demonstration, rally and other forms of agitation.

Haokip further explained that the sub-committee will also decide on the future course of action to campaign against government policies like GST, which has added to the woes of the common people.

The MPCC president, opined that the fallouts of demonitisation, GST etc. have taken a heavy toll not only on the lives of people but also the economy of the country which is on a nosedive currently.

About 105 people lost their lives in the country including one from Manipur during the mayhem caused by demonitisation and prices of commodities are skyrocketed due to GST, he asserted.

Stating that demonisation was branded as a “monumental mismanagement” by former Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh, he said the so called welfare policies implemented by BJP government have turned against the people’s welfare.

Further responding to queries of the confusion surrounding the participation of NPF during the all political party meet, Haokip confirmed that NPF MLA, Awangbou Newmai took part in the meeting.

The press conference was attended by Gonvindas Konthoujam, former minister, AK. Mirabai and ex-MLA, M. Prithiviraj.