TAYPA Raises Concerns on ST Status Debate Ahead of Assam Elections

Published on : 04 Dec 2025, 12:35 pm

Dibrugarh: The Tai Ahom Yuva Parishad, Assam (TAYPA) on Thursday addressed a press conference in Dibrugarh, voicing serious concerns over the ongoing debate surrounding Scheduled Tribe (ST) status and the rights of Assam’s indigenous communities. The briefing was led by Debajyoti Gogoi, Joint Secretary of the organisation’s Central Committee.

Gogoi said that allegations and repeated objections targeting the Ahom community have intensified ever since the proposal to grant ST status to six communities was placed. He stated that the Ahoms have historically played a crucial role in protecting Assam’s land, culture, and identity, and have made significant contributions across various sectors. “We feel a conspiracy is taking shape around this issue,”