"Ulfa (I) Signals Openness to Dialogue with Sovereignty on the Agenda"

Ulfa (Independent) leader Paresh Baruah has expressed willingness to engage in peace talks with the Indian government, provided that discussions include the topic of Assam's sovereignty. Following a recent peace agreement between the Centre, Assam government, and Ulfa, Baruah seeks assurance from Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma that sovereignty will be on the agenda. Baruah believes that discussing sovereignty aligns with democratic principles and does not violate the Indian Constitution. While critical of the recent peace deal's lack of detail, he remains hopeful for constructive dialogue and has praised the CM's potential role as a catalyst in the peace process.