Guwahati, February 26 (PTI): Evading a direct reply on withdrawal of AFSPA from Manipur, Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that the insurgency problem there like in Assam could be solved through discussions, devolution of power and love. “I am inspired by Mahatma Gandhi that any conflict can be resolved through discussions, love and peace. So that is my answer,” Congress Vice-President said, sidestepping a specific response on being asked if the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) would be withdrawn from Manipur where it has been held responsible for stirring up social disharmonies affecting women and students. “I am really confident that the problem in Manipur like the problem in Assam can be resolved and will be resolved soon,” he said during an interaction with students at the Don Bosco University here. “You cannot solve problems without discussing them and by using force against these people. They must have the power to do what they want to chart out their own destiny and fulfil their dreams. So more power to the youngsters and the people,” he said.
