Civilian buses escorted by the security forces resumed trips across districts in Manipur today amid protests by the Kuki tribes, who want no free movement until their demand for a separate administration carved out of the state is met.
Visuals show mine-resistant vehicles leading the way in ploughing through blockades in Kangpokpi district, 45 km from the state capital Imphal.
Several women from the Kuki tribes who tried to block the highway were injured when the security forces lathi-charged them.
The Centre announced there should be no road blockades anywhere from today in the state that came under President’s rule, following the resignation of Chief Minister N Biren Singh.
More details are awaited.
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