Sonitpur, Oct 23: In a massive show of strength and unity, more than two lakh protesters gathered in Dhekiajuli on Thursday demanding Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for the tea tribe and Adivasi communities of Assam.

The rally, marked by chants, placards, and spirited slogans, saw participation from several influential organisations representing the tea and Adivasi communities.

The protest was jointly organised by the All Assam Tea Tribes Students’ Association (AATSA), All Assam Adivasi Students’ Association (AASA), Assam Chah Mazdoor Sangha, Chah Janajati Mahila Samiti, Adivasi Mahila Samiti, and other community-based groups.

The rally aimed to draw the government’s attention to long-pending issues including granting of ST status, distribution of land pattas, and increase in daily wages

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