Urgent: Manipur’s Internet Ban Extended Amidst Alarming Law and Order Crisis—Impact and Reactions Across 9 Districts!
The Manipur government has extended the suspension of mobile internet services in nine districts until December 3, 5:15 PM, citing ongoing law and order concerns. The affected districts include Imphal West, Imphal East, Kakching, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Churachandpur, Kangpokpi, Pherzawl, and Jiribam. This decision follows a review of the security situation in relation to the broader operation of internet services, as outlined in an order by the Home Department.
The suspension of mobile internet, which began on November 16, was initiated following violent incidents that arose after the discovery of six bodies—three women and three children—found in Manipur and Assam’s Jiri and Barak rivers, respectively. The deceased were believed to be part of the Meitei community and had been missing from a relief camp in Jiribam amidst armed conflict between security forces and suspected Kuki-Zo militants, which resulted in the loss of ten insurgents on November 11. This violence has significantly escalated ethnic tensions in the region, contributing to the death of over 250 individuals and displacing thousands.
To address public hardship, the Manipur government conditionally lifted the suspension on broadband services, specifically for ILL and FTTH, on November 19. However, the order strictly prohibits subscribers from using unauthorized connections, WiFi, or hotspots.
Ethnic violence between the Imphal Valley-based Meitei community and the hill-dwelling Kuki-Zo groups has been ongoing since May of the previous year, with tragic consequences for many residents. This report highlights the complex socio-political challenges Manipur faces as authorities continue efforts to stabilize the region.
(Note: This report is part of an auto-generated syndicate wire feed. No additional editing was conducted by ABP Live, except for the headline.)
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Publish Date: 2024-12-01 23:55:00
