Journalism of Courage
Manipur witnessed a surge in violence over the last few days. The conflict first escalated following a 'Tribal Solidarity March' against the Meitei community's ST status demand, resulting in the loss of at least 70 lives since May 3. (Photo PTI)
Amid continued violence, Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Imphal for a four-day visit on Monday. (Photo ANI)
On Tuesday, Central and state government set forth compensation of Rs 10 lakh for victims of ethnic conflict in Manipur. (Photo PTI)
An Army operation lead to apprehension of 22 armed miscreants suspected of attempting to burn houses in Imphal. (Photo PTI)
Addressing the situaiton in Manipur, the Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan said that the Indian military is committed to maintaining peace and stability in immediate and extended neighbourhood. (Photo @HQ_IDS_India)
Meanwhile, Congress delegation led by Mallikarjun Kharge submitted a memorandum to President Droupadi Murmu urging immediate action to control violence and restore peace in Manipur. (Photo PTI)
Sources in the security establishment said the fact that many civilians were armed with weapons, mostly “looted” from armouries in Imphal, was making it difficult to quell the violence. (Photo PTI)
