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Section 144 imposed, internet suspended as mob torches Manipur CM’s event venue

On Thursday night, a mob allegedly set fire to Manipur CM’s event venue in New Lamka, Churachandpur district, ahead of his visit, prompting the district administration to issue prohibitory orders, including the suspension of internet services.

On Friday, CM Biren Singh was scheduled to open an open gym at the PT Sports Complex in New Lamka, Churachandpur District. Following the incident, the state administration issued prohibitory orders under section 144 of the CrPC, as well as an order to immediately suspend internet services throughout the district.

“A total shutdown in Charachandpur district has been called by Indigenous Tribal Leader’s Form (ITLF) from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm of April 28, 2023, and there is the likelihood of mobilization of the public for protest through social media and networking sites which could lead to escalation of public unrest and unlawful activities in Charachandpur District,” the order read.

“Requested to kindly consider curbing/suspension of internet/mobile data in Charachandpur district with immediate effect and until the situation improves,” it further read.

The order further reads, “Five or more persons which are likely to turn unlawful/violent or the carrying of sticks, stones firearms and/or weapons of any description or objects which can be used as offensive weapons should be prohibited as an immediate measure that is likely a breach of peace, disturbance to public tranquillity and grave danger to human lives and properties.

“We will take action,” Manipur CM N Biren Singh said after the incident.

Meanwhile, the mob also vandalised the public meeting venue. An open gym was constructed at PT Sports Complex in New Lamka, Churachandpur District was to be inaugurated by Manipur CM Singh. 

Vaishali Sharma

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