Curfew in three districts of Manipur

Imphal, Manipur – Prohibitory orders were imposed in three districts of Manipur, and internet services were suspended across the state for five days as student protests demanding peace and government action intensified. An indefinite curfew was enforced in Imphal East and West districts, and assembly restrictions were placed in Thoubal following violent clashes between protesters and police.

Manipur Unrest: Curfew Imposed in 3 Districts of Manipur

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“Due to the developing law and order situation in the district, earlier orders of curfew relaxation stand cancelled with immediate effect from 11 a.m. of September 10. Hence, there is a total curfew in the Imphal East district with immediate effect until further orders are issued,” an order issued by the district magistrate said.

Another order issued by the district magistrate of Imphal West said, “In supersession of all earlier orders, the curfew relaxation period for September 10 is hereby lifted with effect from 11 a.m. of today. “Restriction on the movement of people outside their respective residences was lifted from 1st September,” it said.

The protests, triggered by calls to remove the DGP and the state security advisor, saw students marching to the Manipur Secretariat and Raj Bhavan, demanding action against recent violence, including drone and missile attacks. At least eight people have died, and more than 12 were injured in the unrest.