Tension prevailed at Naharlagun Railway Station in Arunachal Pradesh after a clash broke out between members of the All Arunachal Pradesh Railway Construction Loading and Unloading Workers Union and tender owners over the engagement of labourers for railway parcel loading and unloading work.
The confrontation reportedly involved tender owners Kipa Amosh and Kipa Vivek and members of the workers’ union during an inspection of loading and unloading activities at the station. The dispute centred on the engagement of local labourers through the union.
Police personnel led by Papu Hill Police Station Officer-in-Charge Torun Mai reached the spot and intervened to bring the situation under control, preventing any further escalation.
Following the incident, the workers’ union alleged irregularities in the engagement of labourers, raising concerns over the employment of non-local workers and compliance with Inner Line Permit (ILP) regulations. The union claimed that proper procedures were not being followed in the recruitment of workers.
Responding to the allegations, tender owners Kipa Vivek and Kipa Amosh said the confrontation occurred during the union’s inspection of the ongoing loading and unloading operations and presented their version of events regarding the claims.
Union president Sampa Rebe said the organisation aims to promote employment opportunities for indigenous youth in railway-related work amid rising unemployment in the state.
He also said the union wants all labourers engaged by contractors to be properly registered and documented, adding that Naharlagun Railway Station, as a key entry point into the state, requires strict verification of workers handling luggage and parcel operations.
Officer-in-Charge Torun Mai said the police acted promptly to restore order and were mediating between the two groups to maintain peace. No injuries or arrests were reported immediately after the incident.
