Itanagar, In a concerning development from Arunachal Pradesh, India, at least 10 individuals employed at a coal mine were abducted on Sunday by individuals suspected to be part of Ulfa-I, a separatist group. The incident took place at the 14-number coal mine, marking a significant security breach in the region known for its ongoing conflicts.

According to Kashmir Media Service, the abductors, a group of seven, forcibly took the workers and transported them in a dumper to Old Longtoi, situated in the remote Finboro area of Changlang district. Among the abducted is Gyan Thapa, whose identity has been confirmed, while the identities of the other workers remain undisclosed. The exact motive behind the kidnapping is yet to be determined, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the incident.

The abduction underscores the volatile situation in Tirap, Longding, and Changlang districts of Arunachal Pradesh, areas that have long been under the influence of rebel groups advocating for independence. The region’s complex security dynamics pose significant challenges to peace and stability.

In response to the abduction, Indian security forces have launched an extensive search operation in an attempt to locate and rescue the abducted workers. The situation has heightened concerns about the safety of individuals working in conflict-prone areas and the broader implications for regional security.

The incident has drawn attention to the ongoing strife in Arunachal Pradesh, spotlighting the persistent demands for independence by rebel factions and the challenges faced by the Indian government in addressing security issues in the region.