Guwahati, Feb. 18 -- Arunachal Christian Forum (ACF) organized a hunger strike on Monday in Arunachal Pradesh's Papum Pare district demanding to repeal the Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act (APFRA), 1978.

A large number of Christians from various denominations participated in a hunger strike (a prayer and fasting event).

According to the ACF, among the 19 Christian legislators, three non-BJP legislators including Yachuli MLA Toko Tatung, Bordumsa MLA Nikh Kamin, and Lekang MLA Likha Soni, took part in the event.

A source mentioned that BJP legislators were informed beforehand to avoid attending the hunger strike.

Tatung, who joined the hunger strike in the second half, remarked, "Our cause is not against anyone, but in defense...