Gauhati HC Stay Blocks Karbi Eviction Demands, Says Assam CM Sarma

• Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma stated Karbi demand to evict alleged Hindi-speaking encroachers from grazing lands cannot be met due to a Gauhati High Court stay.
• Violence in Kheroni, West Karbi Anglong, between Karbi and Bihari communities over VGR/PGR land encroachment led to two deaths and over 70 injuries.
• Sarma emphasized adherence to law and court orders, stating evictions require judicial approval, and prioritizing peace and normalization in the affected district.
• Situation in Kheroni has improved with DGP, Addl Chief Secretary, and Army presence; talks between groups are ongoing.
• CM hinted at "outside forces" possibly involved due to upcoming Assam Assembly elections in March-April next year.

Why It Matters: Assam CM cites court stay for inability to meet Karbi eviction demands, prioritizing peace after Kheroni violence.