Asem Bhakta Singh, Reporter North East
Imphal: During the last 24 hours, the situation in the State was tense but under
control with sporadic incidents of congregation of protestors. Search operations and area domination were conducted by security forces in
the fringe and vulnerable areas of Imphal East and Kakching district.
Movement of 347 and 232 vehicles along NH-37 and NH-2 respectively with
essential items have been ensured. Strict security measures are taken up in
all vulnerable locations and security convoy is provided in sensitive stretches
in order to ensure free and safe movement of the vehicles.
A total of 143 Nakas/Checkpoints were installed in different Districts of
Manipur, both in the hill and the valley and Police detained 237 persons in
connection with violations in different districts of the State.
Appeal is made to general public not to believe in rumours and be aware of
false videos. Any circulation of unfounded videos etc may be confirmed from
the rumour free number – 9233522822 of Central Control room. Further,
appeal is made to public to return the looted arms, ammunition and
explosives to the police or nearest security forces immediately.
