Guwahati, Oct 9 : Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Thursday, made it clear that the state will not compromise its territorial integrity while resolving boundary issues with Arunachal Pradesh.

He stated that while both states have made "substantial progress" in talks, Assam would not cede any more villages or land without first safeguarding its own interests.

“We have already resolved many points. Now, only three remain. We are engaged in discussions but a final solution has not been reached yet because Arunachal Pradesh is demanding more villages,” Sarma said, addressing the press, on the sidelines on an event in Dhemaji.

“Assam must think about itself first and then bring a solution. We are committed to a peaceful resolution, but not at the cost of our people’s interests",

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