Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said today that a massive operation against terrorists in the state has begun and would encompass the whole state where there are illegal armed militants. A decision was reached to step up operations against militant organizations.
Combing efforts have already begun in Jiribam, the epicenter of the most recent wave of violence, and will spread to other parts of the state until the offenders are brought to justice, he added. Operations will not be limited to Kuki-dominated regions, but will seek for anyone who has obtained weapons illegally.
While talking to reporters in Imphal, Mr Singh said, “Operations against militants started in Jiribam. However it will take place in the entire state wherever there are illegal armed militants.”
Mr Singh also said the state government has sought additional forces from the Centre to reassure the people. By the end of this month, Manipur will have 288 companies of Central forces.
Six people, all women and children from the Meitei community, were killed in Manipur earlier this month, sparking massive protests and extending the cycle of violence the state has been under since last year.
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Source: NDTV
