NLFT wants to join the mainstream

AGARTALA: The National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) has expressed its willingness to join the mainstream and talks are on in that direction, a statement issued by the outfit said. However, it did not give any details about the negotiation process or its present status.
However, the outfit expressed concern over reports that some people are collecting money in the name of NLFT. The statement said it has not launched any collection drive and told the people not to pay any money.Recently, there were some media reports indicating that NLFT leaders had a meeting with the representatives of the Union home ministry in Shillong to discuss the modalities to be followed.
Immediately after taking charge, Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb had hinted that he wants to run an all-inclusive government and none should be left out. He had also asked outlawed militant outfits to return to the mainstream and be part of the development process in the state.