Northeast India’s Only English and Hindi Satellite News Channel

Scuffle between students and police at Manipur University; injuries on both sides

First Published: 18th August, 2023 20:08 IST

The ban on the internet has also put the students at a disadvantage with the flow of information being restricted

A scuffle broke out between the police and students in the Manipur University today allegedly over carrying out entrance exams for admission to various departments of the University.

Several students and even policemen including the Additional SP Operations Imphal West sustained injuries in the incident.

As per inputs, the students were demanding the postponement of the exams.

Policemen were seen confronting students in a bid to contain the situation. It may be mentioned that students have been at the receiving end of things owing to the complete disruption of classes due to the violence. The ban on the internet has also put students at a disadvantage with the flow of information being restricted.

Also Read : Manipur unrest: 3 killed in fresh firing in Kamjong

COMMENTS

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

WE RECOMMEND

Banner
Manipur Congress Demands Winter Assembly Session, Alleges Constitutional Violations

CLP leader Okram Ibobi expressed serious concerns over the state government’s adherence to constitutional provisions.

21st December 2024
Banner
Safeguarding Northeast’s Identity and Culture Top Priority: Home Minister Amit Shah at NEC Plenary

Amit Shah further stressed the need for a shift in focus from countering extremism to empowering citizens with constitutional rights.

21st December 2024
Banner
NCW Writes to Manipur Chief Secy and DGP, Seeks Report on Jiribam Incident Within 10 Days

The letter sent by Commission’s Joint Secretary on December 20 has asked the Manipur government to submit a comprehensive report.

21st December 2024
Banner
Two Arrested with Weapons and Ammunition in Churachandpur

The accused have been booked at Churachandpur police station under Sections 25(1-C) of the Arms Act and 3(5) of the BNS Act.

20th December 2024
Banner
Manipur: Miscreants Use Automatic Weapons in Fresh Attack on Imphal West Border

Security forces stationed in the area responded swiftly, engaging the miscreants in a brief gunfight that eventually forced them to retreat.

20th December 2024