Fresh violence in Manipur claims 9 lives, situation remains tense

The situation remains tense in Manipur as 9 people were killed and ten people got injured in fresh violence. Tensions gripped the state, as ethnic clashes continue in Manipur’s Imphal East and Kangpokbi district.Seven people died on the spot after violence while two succumbed to their injuries during treatment at a nearby hospital. Weighing in on prevailing situation, the state govt extended curfew and elongated the ban on internet till June 15 Official sources said that the role of suspected militants in the killings is being probed. The area in the jurisdiction of Imphal East has seen such incidents of violence over the last two-three days. Notably, HM Amit Shah visited Manipur in late May and announced a series of measures to restore peace in the state.