Will present our view on Manipur incident in Parliament, says Union Minister Rijiju

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Manipur incident in the Parliament, Union Minister for Earth Sciences Kiren Rijiju said here on Saturday and declined to speak on the viral video that showed two women being paraded in the north eastern state.Refusing to be drawn into any controversy over the May 4 incident that took place in Kangpokpi district, he indicated that it would be inappropriate to discuss the issue outside the Parliament. «Whatever matters are to be discussed in the Parliament we will present our point of view.

But right now, I can't say anything outside on the matter,» Rijiju told reporters here when his comments on the issue were sought. «I have come here (today) for the Rozgar Mela.

I will not make any (other) comments,» the minister further said. Manipur police has arrested a fifth person, aged around 19, in connection with the May 4 incident, officials said on Saturday.

The two women are alleged to have been sexually assaulted before being set free. A 26-second video of the horrific incident surfaced on Wednesday.