Protesters Attack Houses Of 2 Manipur Ministers, 3 MLAs Over Hostage Deaths

Protesters attacked and demonstrated in front of the homes of at least two Manipur Ministers and three MLAs in Imphal on Saturday, demanding justice for the murder of six people who were taken hostage in Jiribam district, the police said.

The mob attacks on legislators’ houses prompted the Imphal West administration to impose prohibitory orders in the district for an indefinite period. The authorities have suspended internet and mobile data services for two days in Imphal West, East, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Kakching, Kangpokpi and Churachandpur.

A mob stormed the residence of Health and Family Welfare Minister Sapam Ranjan in Lamphel Sanakeithel area, a senior officer said.