Tura, Sept 24: The two-day road blockade called by pressure groups protesting the GHADC issues and the proposed Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode for Tura Medical College concluded peacefully on Tuesday morning, though the second night witnessed scattered incidents of tyre burning in several areas of the town.

The first night of the blockade remained relatively calm, with only a few instances of tyres being set ablaze by miscreants in isolated spots.

However, the second night saw an uptick in activity, with tyre burning reported in multiple locations including Chitoktak, Hawakana, Dareng Agal, and Rongram.

The West Garo Hills Police remained on high alert throughout the duration of the blockade, deploying multiple patrol teams and maintaining round-the-clock vigilance.

Naka checking was intensified in and around Tura town and other parts of the district.

Police teams responded promptly to each report of tyre burning and successfully extinguished fires before they could spread or cause damage.

In a pre-emptive move, police also intercepted a stockpile of tyres in the Bokmagre area, which were allegedly being stored for burning during the blockade.

The District Administration, working in coordination with the police, closely monitored the situation.

Magistrates were deployed to all police stations and beat houses and remained on standby throughout the nights.

Senior police officials conducted regular inspections and supervised ground patrols to ensure a swift response to any disturbances.

Due to the blockade, heavy vehicles carrying goods were absent from the roads during the night, as the entry and exit of such vehicles into Tura are permitted only between 9 PM and 6 AM.

Public vehicles that had to operate for emergency or medical reasons were seen displaying white flags to avoid obstruction.

The usually lively town saw an early shutdown, with most shops closing by 8:45 PM. Even beverage shops, which generally remain open until 10 PM, closed their shutters by 9 PM in view of the tense atmosphere.

The blockade was called by pressure groups over long-standing grievances regarding the functioning of the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) and opposition to the PPP model proposed for the upcoming Tura Medical College.

Authorities have urged the public to maintain calm and assured that discussions are ongoing to address the raised concerns. Law enforcement and administrative efforts will continue to ensure peace and stability in the region.

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