June 7th 2024.
The state of Manipur has declared a curfew in the Jiribam district due to recent protests following the death of a 59-year-old man at the hands of suspected militants. According to sources, the curfew will continue for an indefinite period of time.
The decision to impose the curfew was made after local residents set fire to abandoned buildings as a sign of their anger and frustration. The situation in the district remained tense but calm on Friday morning as locals gathered to demonstrate against the killing.
An official from the Office of District Magistrate Jiribam explained that the curfew was necessary to prevent any further disturbances to public peace and safety. The district administration also banned the assembly of five or more people, carrying of weapons, and movement outside of residences within the district.
The victim, Soibam Saratkumar Singh, went missing on Thursday morning while working on his farm. His body was later discovered with injuries caused by a sharp object. In response to the incident, residents of Jiribam gathered in front of the local police station to demand the return of their licensed firearms, which had been taken from them during the recent elections.
The district administration has appealed to the people to maintain peace and harmony in the district. They acknowledged the challenges faced by Jiribam in terms of law and order, and urged all members of society to not give in to false information and maintain peace.
The district magistrate also requested the Jiribam superintendent of police to identify vulnerable areas and deploy security forces to prevent any unwanted incidents. In addition, a joint control room has been set up for quick communication among different security forces in the district.
Despite the ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur, Jiribam had previously remained unaffected. The district has a diverse population consisting of Meiteis, Muslims, Nagas, Kukis, and non-Manipuris. The conflict between the Meiteis and Kukis has resulted in the loss of hundreds of lives and displacement of thousands of people since last year.
In conclusion, the state government of Manipur is taking necessary measures to ensure the safety and stability of the Jiribam district. They are calling upon the people to remain calm and avoid any actions that may lead to further unrest.
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