PM Modi hails Bodo Accord on Twitter

The tripartite pact inked between Bodo representatives, including all factions of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the All Bodo Students’ Union, the Assam government and the Centre on January 28, will help in strengthening the unity of Assam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday.

“I welcome decision of my Bodo friends for leaving violence and reposing faith in democracy and Constitution,” said Mr Modi in a series of tweets.

He said that “Bodo friends joining us on path of peace” sends a clear message that solution to issues is possible when the path of violence is left and faith is reposed in democracy and Constitution. “I welcome my Bodo friends to the mainstream. We are committed to ensure development of Bodo areas,” he said.

Mr Modi observed that the accord with the Bodo groups was made while protecting the interest of other communities of Assam. “This is a victory for all, it's victory for humanity. It is inspired by the mantra of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas & Sabka Vishwas’, and by the spirit of ‘Ek BharatShresth Bharat’,” he said.

The Prime Minister noted that the accord with the Bodos is a message to Assam and other violence-affected parts of the country. “Nation’s development can be given momentum only in an environment free of violence and fear. Happy that entire energy of our Bodo friends will further strengthen Assam's development," he said.

As India remembers Bapu on his death anniversary (January 30), Assam is witnessing a historic chapter for peace and development, he noted.