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NDTV
4 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Manipur Governor Reviews Security Amid Protests, Meets MLAs' Delegation
Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Sunday held a security review meeting with senior officials in the wake of violent protests across the state. During the meeting, a comprehensive discussion and review of various matters relating to the current law-and-order situation in the state was deliberated. Among those present were the Security Advisor, Director General of Police (DGP), Commissioner (Home), Secretary to the Governor, Additional Director General of Police (Law & Order), IGAR (S), Inspector General, CRPF and other senior officials. Hon'ble Governor Shri Ajay Kumar Bhalla chaired a high-level security review meeting at Raj Bhavan. Senior officials, including the Security Advisor, DGP, ADGP (Law & Order), IGAR (South), IG CRPF, and others, discussed various aspects of the 1/2 — RAJ BHAVAN MANIPUR (@RajBhavManipur) June 8, 2025 A Raj Bhavan statement said the governor also met a delegation of 25 MLAs from the BJP, NPP and the Congress. "Today, a group of MLAs called on Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, at Raj Bhavan during which the MLAs apprised the governor of the current law and order situation in the state and requested his intervention to help find an amicable solution," the Raj Bhavan said in a statement. A delegation of MLAs called on Hon'ble Governor Shri Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Raj Bhavan. They apprised the Governor of the prevailing law-and-order situation and urged his intervention to help facilitate a peaceful resolution. 1/2 — RAJ BHAVAN MANIPUR (@RajBhavManipur) June 8, 2025 The Governor told the delegation that all "necessary steps are being taken to address the concerns and to restore normalcy", it said. Protests were held across Manipur on Saturday night over the arrests of leaders of the Meitei organisation Arambai Tenggol, prompting the administration to impose prohibitory orders and suspend internet services in five Imphal valley districts. The MLAs' delegation expressed concern over the recent arrest of Asem Kanan, a leader of Arambai Tenggol. BJP legislator K Ibomcha, who was part of the delegation, claimed that altogether five people were arrested in connection with earlier incidents of violence, which triggered widespread protests in the northeastern state since Saturday. The CBI said it has arrested a member of the Meitei outfit Arambai Tenggol at Imphal Airport on Sunday for his alleged involvement in various criminal activities related to Manipur violence in 2023, while the police did not disclose details of the four others. Khundrakpam MLA Lokeswore, speaking to the media after the meeting, said that Asem Kanan's arrest was not linked to Arambai Tenggol. Arambai Tenggol has announced a 10-day total shutdown, including the closure of all government offices, intensifying the current unrest. Sources say that Manipur's Rajya sabha MP Leishemba Sanajaoba and former chief minister N Biren Singh will fly to New Delhi for Manipur crisis talks with central leadership, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Sources indicate that the discussions will focus on restoring peace, forming a stable government, and addressing public grievances. The Centre had on February 13 imposed the President's rule in the state after chief minister N Biren Singh resigned. The state assembly, which has a tenure till 2027, has been put under suspended animation.
Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Manipur tense after Meitei member's arrest; Local group declares 10-day shutdown
IMPHAL: Tensions escalated across the valley districts of Manipur following the arrest of Asem Kanan, a member of the Meitei group Arambai Tenggol, by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB), Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Guwahati, on Sunday. In a press release, CBI said: 'Kanan was arrested on Sunday at Imphal airport for his involvement in various criminal activities linked to the 2023 Manipur violence. His family has been informed of the arrest.' The statement also mentioned that CBI is investigating cases related to the Manipur violence as per the directive of the Supreme Court of India. 'Due to the prevailing law-and-order situation, the trial of these cases has been shifted from Manipur to Guwahati,' it said. CBI further confirmed that Kanan has been transported to Guwahati and will be produced before a competent court for police remand. According to police officials familiar with the matter, Kanan was arrested along with four other Arambai Tenggol members on Saturday from Imphal. However, the CBI's official statement confirmed only the arrest of Kanan. Meanwhile, violent protests erupted in Imphal city. Hundreds of demonstrators blocked major roads using burning tyres, wooden planks, and other debris. Security forces fired tear gas shells, mock bombs, and live rounds to disperse the crowds. Amid the chaos, a 13-year-old boy sustained serious injuries to his leg, reportedly from a tear gas shell explosion. He was evacuated to a nearby hospital. From Saturday evening to 5.30 pm Sunday, at least 11 people were reported injured in connection with the unrest, with the situation continuing to deteriorate in the evening. Security forces have been deployed at key locations across Imphal, including Palace Compound in Imphal East, and Keishampat Bridge, Moirangkhom, and Tiddim Road stretching up to Imphal airport in Imphal West. Arambai Tenggol on Saturday announced a 10-day statewide shutdown demanding the unconditional release of the arrested volunteers. Additionally, a women's group from Khurai in Imphal East issued a stern warning, demanding that 'all MLAs currently outside the state return to Imphal and form a new popular government by 6 pm on June 10.' The group declared that any MLA who fails to return by the deadline will not be allowed to re-enter the state. As of 5.30 pm Sunday, the situation remained highly volatile in the valley districts, with security on high alert and public anger mounting.
