In New Manipur Standoff, Women Block Road To Stop Security Forces
NDTV
Just two days ago, violence erupted in Moreh after a group of women, shopping for essentials during a curfew relaxation, were allegedly accosted and attacked by security forces.
Tension flared in the Tengnoupal district of Manipur on Friday as local women have blocked the road to Moreh, preventing state security forces from reaching the town. The Kuki community of Moreh has expressed strong opposition to the presence of state forces in their area, following a recent incident involving violence between locals and security personnel.
Just two days ago, violence erupted in Moreh after a group of women, shopping for essentials during a curfew relaxation, were allegedly accosted and attacked by security forces. This led to heated arguments and the women blocking the road to the market in protest.
In response to the security forces' actions, an angry mob set fire to several abandoned houses used by personnel as temporary accommodations. Police sources report that tear gas shells and live rounds were used to disperse the crowd, resulting in an exchange of gunfire between the mob and security forces.
