Manipur Chief Minister Orders Enhanced Security Following Recent Killings
Following recent violence, Manipurs Chief Minister has directed security forces to strengthen measures in sensitive areas.
Imphal, October 19 (Daily Kiran) : In Imphal, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh convened a high-level meeting on Monday to review the law and order situation in Manipur. During this meeting, he instructed security officials to bolster protective measures in sensitive areas of the state.
A senior official from the Chief Minister’s office reported that the meeting focused on recent unfortunate incidents in the Thoubal and Imphal East districts. This crucial gathering took place against the backdrop of violence that resulted in the deaths of four individuals and left several others injured within the last 24 hours. Reports also indicated that three people were missing.
The meeting included key figures such as Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh, Chief Secretary Rajiv Singh Thakur, and Director General of Police Mukesh Singh, along with senior officials from various security agencies, including the Army, Assam Rifles, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and Border Security Force (BSF).
During the discussions, the Chief Minister condemned the killings of innocent civilians by armed assailants. Earlier in the day, he visited a private hospital in Imphal East to meet with the injured and their families. He urged hospital staff to provide the best possible medical care and assured the victims and their families that the state government would cover all medical expenses.
Meanwhile, protests erupted in Thoubal district as numerous residents, including women, blocked National Highway-2, demanding justice for the death of a young man named Laisram Rakesh. Rakesh was shot during a clash at a music event at the Khongabok Part-III Cherapur sports ground on Sunday night.
Demonstrators expressed their outrage, calling for the identification and arrest of those responsible for the shooting within 24 hours. They submitted a memorandum to the district administration and organized a rally to deliver it to the Thoubal District Commissioner.
Protesters also blocked National Highway-2 in Khongabok and Arongthong, set tires ablaze, and called for the arrest and punishment of the perpetrators. They staged a sit-in outside the office of the Superintendent of Police in Thoubal, holding placards with messages such as, “Immediate resolution to the crisis between the two communities,” “Identify those inciting communal tension,” “We want peace,” and “Arrest the killers immediately.”
