Staff Reporter / New Delhi
The Union Home Ministry will deploy 50 companies of the Central Armed Police Force to violence-hit Manipur to handle the present “volatile” situation in state – The meeting was chaired by Home Minister Amit Shah, who sought extra information.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the security situation in Manipur in a meeting with senior officials in New Delhi today. According to the sources, he will also hold a detailed meeting over the issue tomorrow too.
Yesterday, the Home Ministry said that the security forces have been directed to take necessary steps to restore order and peace in Manipur. The security situation in the state has remained fragile for the past few days.
The Ministry stated in a statement that armed miscreants from both communities in conflict have been indulging in violence, leading to loss of life and disruption of public order. It said strict action will be taken against anyone attempting to indulge in violent or disruptive activities.
Important cases have been handed over to the NIA for effective investigation. The public has been urged to maintain peace, refrain from believing rumours, and cooperate with security forces to maintain law and order in the state.