Manipur: 2,000 more central forces airlifted to Imphal

Imphal, Sept 11: In response to the deteriorating law and order situation in Manipur, the Centre has directed the deployment of two fresh CRPF battalions, comprising approximately 2,000 personnel, for security duties in the ethnic strife-torn state. The CRPF forces were airlifted to Imphal on Tuesday to curb the escalating violence.

According to reports, battalion number 58 has been moved from Warangal in Telangana, while the one numbered 112 has been sent from Latehar in Jharkhand. The first unit will have its headquarters in Kangvai (Churachandpur) in Manipur, while the second will be stationed around Imphal.

This move has been ordered following the withdrawal of two Assam Rifles battalions from Manipur for operational duties in Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of the Northeast.

To facilitate the swift deployment of central forces to Manipur, Indian Air Force transport aircraft were used. This additional deployment comes after more than 90 students were injured in clashes with police when a student-led protest in Manipur turned violent on Monday.

The unrest began as the deadline for a key demand expired at 1 pm, compelling students and their supporters to march towards the Governor’s residence.

In a press note issued on Tuesday, the Manipur Police detailed their response to the violent protests that erupted in the state capital. According to the statement, “a large group of people, comprising mostly student groups,” violated prohibitory curfew orders and attempted to march towards Raj Bhavan.

The Manipur Police appealed to the public “to return the looted arms, ammunition, and explosives to the police or nearest security forces immediately,” highlighting ongoing efforts to maintain law and order in the region.

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