Manipur violence: The Indian Army said the situation in Moreh and Kangpokpi areas was brought under control and that it remained stable. All efforts are now being carried out to restore normalcy in Imphal and Churachandpur, said the Army.
Sources in the Army also said they are continuing the precautionary build-up of additional troops in the state. Additional columns are being redeployed from Nagaland.
The Army also said the Air Force will undertake flying operations to induct additional army columns starting from Thursday night in Assam.
Manipur violence: Violence broke out in several districts on Wednesday during the ‘Tribal Solidarity March’ called by All Tribal Student Union (ATSUM) in the Torbung area of Churachandpur district to protest the demand of non-tribal Meiteis for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.
Thousands of agitators took part in the rally, during which clashes between tribals and non-tribals broke out.
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