Manipur witnesses muted Independence Day celebrations
The Hindu
Calls for boycott and shutdown echo across State
Manipur celebrated the 75th Independence Day against the backdrop of boycott calls by many proscribed insurgent groups and the 24-hour shutdown called by the United Naga Council, the apex body of the Nagas in Manipur. Officials said that in view of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of march-past contingents was slashed to four in most of the districts. In Imphal, Chief Minister N. Biren took salute from just 12 contingents including the central paramilitary forces. The solemn function was held at the parade ground of 1st Bn Manipur Rifles in the State capital. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Biren said that there is peace in the State, enabling the government to take up various developmental projects. He also claimed that there is no law and order problem, and during his ministry’s tenure, altogether 1,039 insurgents had laid down arms to join the national mainstream.More Related News
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