Guwahati, Dec 24: In a major development in the ongoing dispute regarding the banning of Hindu rituals in Meghalaya’s Mawjymbuin Cave in Mawsynram, the Hindu right-wing organization Kutumba Surakshya Parishad (KSP) has announced a temporary halt to its protests following an invitation from the Meghalaya government for discussions in Shillong on January 3, 2025.
The KSP confirmed the suspension of all protest activities until January 3, citing an official invitation for talks from the Deputy Commissioner of East Khasi Hills on December 23.
KSP president Satya Ranjan Borah emphasized their decision to pause protests, stating, “We will assess the resolutions and outcomes of the meeting before deciding on further actions.”
Borah reiterated the KSP’s intent to avoid creating discord. “We are not here to hurt anyone from any religion, caste, or community. Our actions align with our constitutional duties under Article 51(A),” he added.
The organization expressed gratitude to the Meghalaya government for initiating the dialogue process and urged the inclusion of key stakeholders, such as representatives from the local Darbar and Seng Khasi Hima Mawsynram.
The KSP also requested a site visit to gain a better understanding of the cultural and religious dimensions associated with the cave.
