Manipur On Boil: Curfew, Teargas, Arson; Mob Storms Airport Entrance, Raj Bhavan Fortified
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/ Jun 08, 2025, 01:33PM IST
Manipur remains on edge after the Saturday night arrest rumours of a key leader from the Meitei group Arambai Tenggol, sparking widespread protests across five valley districts. Demonstrators took to the streets, leading authorities to impose a strict curfew to prevent further unrest. Clashes between protesters and security forces were reported in some areas, heightening concerns of renewed violence in the conflict-hit region. The arrest has intensified existing ethnic tensions. Security has been ramped up, and the situation remains tense as authorities monitor developments closely.
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