Guwahati, March 26 -- Former commander of the United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), Dristi Rajkhowa, also known as Manoj Rabha, has announced his intention to join the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assam.

Discussions about his induction into the party are currently underway, and Rajkhowa stated that he is taking inspiration from Tankeswar Rabha, the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council.

Rajkhowa, a trusted aide of ULFA (I) commander-in-chief Paresh Baruah, has a long history with the militant organization. He joined the group in 1989 and rose through the ranks to become the commander of the 109 Battalion by 2011. He later held the position of deputy commander-in-chief of ULFA (I)....