Situation normal in most districts of Manipur: Police
Manipur police on Tuesday stated the situation is normal in most districts, however, in some places the situation is a bit tense with sporadic incident of firing and congregation of unruly mob during the last 24 hours.State Police and Central forces conducted search operation in both Hill and Valley Districts and two bunkers were destroyed. A total of six arms were recovered from Imphal East District.
“In the intervening night of 10.07.2023 and 11.07.2023, intermittent firing of few rounds by armed miscreants were reported in few areas. Police and Central forces launched operation in the areas and the miscreants were repelled,” police stated.
About 127 Nakas/ Checkpoints were installed in different Districts of Manipur, both in the hill and the valley and Police has detained 298 persons in connection with violations in different districts of the State. Agricultural activities have started in the vulnerable fringe areas of Chanung, Moirangpurel and Tumukhong in Imphal East District with security coverage provided by Manipur Police and Central Forces.
Police stated that movement of essential items is ensured along NH-37 and NH-2. 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.
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