Death Toll Rises to Three Following CRPF Firing in Manipur Protests
Manipur: Death toll in Tuesday’s CRPF firing rises to three
Hindustan Times
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The death toll from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) firing in Manipur has increased to three, following the death of a 31-year-old man from injuries sustained during protests against the killing of two siblings. The violence has led to internet restrictions in several districts.
- 01The death toll from the CRPF firing has risen to three.
- 02Protests erupted after a suspected rocket strike killed two children in Bishnupur district.
- 03The Manipur government has suspended internet services in several areas due to the violence.
- 04The investigation into the attack will be conducted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
- 05The United Kuki National Army (UKNA) denies involvement in the incident.
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The recent violence in Manipur has resulted in a rising death toll, now at three, following the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) firing on protesters. The protests were sparked by a suspected rocket strike that killed a five-year-old boy and his six-month-old sister in Bishnupur district. The deceased, Wanghengbam Bobby, succumbed to his injuries at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal. In response to the unrest, the Manipur government has suspended internet services in several districts, including Imphal East and Imphal West. Chief Minister N Biren Singh condemned the attack and announced that the investigation would be handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Meanwhile, the United Kuki National Army (UKNA) has denied any involvement in the attack and refuted claims regarding the arrest of its members. The government has conditionally lifted the suspension of broadband internet services, acknowledging the impact on essential services and daily life.
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The violence and subsequent internet restrictions have disrupted daily life and essential services in Manipur, affecting communication and access to vital resources.
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