CrPC clamped in Imphal East
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, January 17, 2012:
Prohibitory order under Sub-section 2 of Section 144 CrPC, 1973 has been clamped in Imphal East district with effect from 6 am today till 6 am of February 16, 2012.Accordingly, assembly of five or more people which are likely to turn unlawful and carrying of sticks, stones, firearms and weapons of any other descriptions or objects, which can be used as offensive weapons in any part of the district, has been prohibited.
Issuing the order, District Magistrate of Imphal East RK Dinesh Singh pointed out that there is likelihood of causing serious breach of peace, disturbance to public tranquility and grave danger to human lives and properties in Imphal East district as per the report submitted by the Superintendent of Police of the district.
The order, however, shall not apply to the agencies of government involved in the enforcement of law and order and the maintenance of essential services.