Bomb found
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 22 2018:
A hand grenade was found in front of the residence of one Khumanthem Tomba (50), who works as a scientist at Manipur Pollution Control Board (MPCB), at Haoreibi Makha Leikai today.
According to information received from the spot, passers-by spotted the hand grenade in front of the gate at around 5.30 in the morning.
The bomb was picked up by bomb detection and disposal squad of Manipur Police and detonated safely at Haoreibi Loukon at around 10.35 am.
On the other hand, the women folk of the locality staged a sit in protest condemning the bomb threat.
Speaking to media persons, Haoreibi Makha Leikai Nupi Yaipha Thousil Lup president Soram (o) Sakyai demanded those responsible to clarify at the earliest and convey the reason for the bomb threat.
She also appealed to whoever concerned not to repeat such acts in the future.
Scientist Kh Tomba is reportedly the president of Young Sporting Union, Haoreibi and he is also involved in the fermented fish business.
A case has been registered at Wangoi PS regarding the incident.