ULFA-I (United Liberation Front of Asom - Independent)

ULFA-I (United Liberation Front of Asom - Independent) is an armed separatist group in India's Assam state, seeking independence for Assam from India. Founded in 1979, it aims to establish an independent nation based on Assamese distinct identity and interests. The group has engaged in violence, including attacks on Indian security forces, infrastructure, and civilians, to press their political goals. ULFA-I operates clandestinely, with the goal of political sovereignty, but its activities have led to conflict and tensions in the region. The Indian government classifies ULFA-I as a terrorist organization, and ongoing efforts target peace negotiations and countering terrorism.