Manipur crisis: The move follows heightened unrest, with security forces using tear gas to disperse student and women demonstrators attempting to march towards the Raj Bhavan. Protesters are demanding the removal of the state’s Director General of Police (DGP) and security advisor, officials said.
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The Manipur government has suspended internet services across the entire state for five days, effective from 3 PM on Tuesday, in response to rising student agitation. The decision was made to prevent the spread of hate speech, images, and videos via social media, according to a notification issued by the state home department.
The suspension covers mobile data, broadband, VPN services, and other communication lines, and will remain in effect until 3 PM on September 15. “Temporary suspension/curbing of internet and mobile data services including Lease Lines, VSATs, broadbands and VPN services (were ordered) in the territorial jurisdiction of the state of Manipur for five days with effect from 3 PM of September 10 to till 3 PM of September 15,” the notification stated.
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The move follows heightened unrest, with security forces using tear gas to disperse student and women demonstrators attempting to march towards the Raj Bhavan. Protesters are demanding the removal of the state’s Director General of Police (DGP) and security advisor, officials said.
Curfew Imposed in Imphal East and West Districts
Authorities in Imphal East and West have imposed a total curfew in both districts starting from 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 10, due to escalating law and order issues. The earlier curfew relaxation from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm was revoked with immediate effect, according to official orders released on Monday.
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Essential services, including healthcare, public utilities, courts, media, and movement for flight passengers, are exempt from the curfew.
Meanwhile, joint operations by the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, and other security forces have led to the recovery of significant arms and ammunition across various districts, following intelligence-led searches in Churachandpur District.
