Bandh supporters torch a van
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, January 14, 2011:
JAC against the killing of Dr Naorem Kunjabihari, Chairman BSEM called a 48 hours general strike on NH 39 from 6.30 pm today till 6.30 pm of January 16 over the failure of state government to meet their demands.
Bandh supporters today burnt a white Maruti Van around 7 pm at Naorem Leikai area.
The engine, seats and all the tyres of the Van were burned.
The bandh supporters disappeared after torching the vehicle.
Kakwa police and Fire tenders rushed to the spot but could not save the vehicle.
Some two wheelers were also damaged by bandh supporters tonight.
Manipur Police Commandos dispersed bandh supporters by firing tear gas shells.
Later, vehicles bound for Thoubal which were parked at Kakwa Mathak were released with strict security escort.