Manipur violence: Life is slowly coming back on track in violence-hit Manipur. The curfew was relaxed for a few hours on Monday morning. During this, people came out of their homes in Imphal to buy essential items. Here there was a hearing in the Supreme Court regarding this matter. In which the current situation of the state was told. The Supreme Court showed strictness regarding the violence case and asked the Center and the Manipur government to take necessary steps to enhance security, provide relief and rehabilitate the affected people. During the hearing, apprehension has been expressed on behalf of the tribal organization that there may be attacks on the tribals. Now the Supreme Court for hearing in this matter May date is fixed.

Tribal organization expressed apprehension of attack

Senior advocate Colin on behalf of tribal organization Gonsalves told the Supreme Court that there could be attacks on tribals. On this CJI Chandrachud said that the court wants to stabilize the situation.

Supreme Court asks Manipur government to file status report

of violence case During the hearing, the Supreme Court has asked the Manipur government to file a status report. The Center and the Manipur government, apprised of the steps taken to deal with the violence in the state, told the Supreme Court that no untoward incident has taken place in the last two days. Here the Solicitor General told the Supreme Court that not only some religious places but everywhere people and property have to be protected. The Solicitor General said, peace meeting has been held and constant vigil is being maintained, helicopters and drones are being used for vigilance. The Solicitor General has assured that the concerns pointed out by the petitioners will be addressed and remedial measures will be taken on a proactive basis.

Manipur violence | Centre and Manipur government submit before Supreme Court that the curfew was relaxed yesterday and today, and there were no incidents of violence on both days. pic.twitter.com/Sm7emFzVGm

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023 Supreme Court orders to pay attention to the rehabilitation and security of the displaced

Manipur While hearing the violence case, the Supreme Court insisted on making proper arrangements for food and medicine in the relief camps. Along with this, the Supreme Court ordered to take all necessary steps for the rehabilitation of the people displaced during Manipur violence. Ordered to take appropriate steps for the protection of places of worship.

What is the current situation

Regarding the current situation in Manipur, the government said that Curfew has been relaxed. During this, the situation was monitored through army drones and helicopters. Army and Assam Rifles personnel conducted flag marches in various areas affected by ethnic violence over the past few days.

Total from Manipur so far 7650 Thousands of people were evacuated

Officials said that due to the ongoing violence and lawlessness in Manipur, about are stranded in the affected areas. , People have so far been evacuated and sent to military cantonments.

What is the reason for violence in Manipur

Significantly, the majority Meitei community in Manipur Violence broke out in Torbang area of ​​Churachandpur district on Wednesday during a ‘Tribal Solidarity March’ organized by the All Tribal Student’s Union Manipur (ATSUM) to protest against the demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status by the state government. Which had spread throughout the state overnight. At least in this violence 53 people lost their lives.

What is the status of Meitei community in Manipur

Meitei community in the total population of Manipur Did 53 percent share is estimated. The people of this community mainly live in the Imphal Valley. Whereas, the population of other tribal communities including Naga and Kuki 3782 percent and they live mainly in the hilly districts located around the Imphal valley.

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Mon, May 8, 2023, 6: 17 PM IST