Arson bid
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 21 2015 :
An arson attempt was reportedly made at the gate of a coaching institute, Central Institute of Science located at Keishamthong Hodam Leirak today around 7.10 pm.
Reports culled from the spot said that unidentified persons burnt heaps of papers near the iron gate of the institute.
A team of Manipur Fire Services and Imphal West district police rushed to the spot.
No major damage was caused other than causing damage to the coating of the gate's paint.
The institute, where students from Class IX to XII are studying, is reported to have admitted students by falsely claiming that it got affiliation with the CBSE, according to the source.
There have been frequent complaints from parents lately after sensing that their wards are unlikely to appear the Class XII exams, the source added.
Founder of the Institute, Thokchom Mohon (38) and his wife Joyshree, who reside in the Institute's premises have reportedly fled.