TODAY -

Pitched battles with cops continue, many hurt
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, July 10 2015 : Even as Imphal West District Magistrate has announced that the indefinite curfew clamped in the district will be relaxed from 5 am to 10 am tomorrow (July 11), people continued to block roads and stage protests demanding implementation of ILPS at different parts of the State today as well.

At Khurai Lairikyengbam Leikai, a large number of ILPS supporters, JAC members and Sapam Robinhood's family members staged protests.

They came up to Lamlong bridge and threw three police barricades into Imphal river.

Police later forced the protesters back towards Lairikyengbam Leikai by firing several rounds of teargas shells.

However, within a few minutes, a large number of protesters emerged on Dingku road, where a man pulled down his pant in full public view to lodge 'his' protest.

Firing of teargas shells by police and pelting of stones by protesters continued for several hours at Lairikyengbam Leikai area during which two persons were hospitalised after they received injury in the stand off.



Protesters at Thangmeiband
Protesters at Thangmeiband


At around 4 pm again, some protesters were hurt when police dispersed them.

During a brief interaction with a group of reporters at his residence, Robinhood's father Sapam Romesh questioned whether the police have an intention to kill his whole family.

Police can come and kill them if they wish, Romesh said.

Thangmeiband area also witnessed a huge public protest at around noon.

Locals not only tried to march towards Assembly complex but also burnt tyres on the road near DM College western gate.

Even as the police tried to disperse them by firing teargas shells, the protesters retaliated the police from different lanes by pelting stones and shooting slingshots.

Although police chased them at these lanes, no protester could be detained.

After some time, the protesters emerged at Thangmeiband Polem Leikai area.

On seeing them, a police team led by Imphal West Additional SP (Law and Order) S Ibomcha rushed to area and prevented them to move towards the main road.

However, within a few minutes the protesters rained stones to the police team who also fired teargas shells and rubber bullets to them.

Police also fired some live rounds in the air to push the protesters back.

The confrontation continued for some hours during which some protesters showed their naked buttocks in an attempt shoo off the police.

Later, police and women activists agreed to end confrontation.

However, some protesters shouted slogans like 'We demand want ILPS', 'Long Live Manipur' and 'Implement ILPS' at Polem Leikai junction.

As such, the protest got intensified after some time and one man was injured in the police-protesters tussle.

He was rushed to a nearby hospital while three protesters were detained by police.

On the other hand, large number of Canchipur and Kakwa locals tried to storm Singjamei police station.

However, additional police team arrived at the area and dispersed the protesters.

Earlier in the day, a sit-in-protest was held at the community hall of Thangmeiband Thingel Leikai.

People also blocked roads at different parts of Langthabal, where protesters damaged a Hero Honda motorcycle and a Hero Pleasure scooter during the agitation.

Similar protests could also be seen at Tendongyan, Wangkhei Thangapat, Wangkhei Ayangpali road, Nagamapal, Yairipok Nungoipokpi and Changangei.

People also staged sit-in-protests by blocking roads at Khurai Ningthoubung Leikai, Haobam Marak Irom Leikai and Ningomthong.

Sit-in-protests were staged at Singjamei Wangma Kongba road, Heirangoithong, Leimapok-pam, Keishamthong Elangbam Leikai, Pishum Ningom Leirak, Kwakeithel Nganappi Thong community hall, Salam and Phayeng.

Protesters held placards demanding immediate implementation of Inner Line Permit System in the State.

Further, they condemned killing of a student in police action.

Womenfolk also staged protests at Khurai Thangjam Leikai, Khurai Ahongei Leikai, Soibam Leikai and Sangakpham Poumai Colony, Yaingangpokpi Moirang bazar, Keinou and Irengbam.

Torch rallies were taken out at Yairipok Nungoipokpi, Lamboikhul and Khumbong.

Meanwhile, Citizen Club, Soibam Leikai observed a condolence meeting in honour of Sapam Robinhood at the club premises yesterday.

Condemning the brute force exerted by the State Police, the club members pledged to support JCILPS and its stir in the coming days.

On the otherhans, a protest demonstration organised by Lamphel Women United Development at Khwai Lamphel today was disrupted by police personnel who used force to disperse the group.

Lamphel Women United Development president G Thoibi said the MRVTMW Bill, 2015 was passed without the consent of the people.

Manipur Regulation of Visitors, Tenants and Migrant workers Bill, 2015 does not encompass all the demands set by the all parties' committee.

The women's body while pledging support to the JCILPS' movement further also demanded State Government to implement ILP to protect the indigenous people of Manipur.

Similar protests were also held at different places under Lamlai PS today.

Some of the places where the protest demonstration were staged are Seijang, Sabungkhok Khunou, Shanti Khongbal, Gwaltabi and Yaingangpokpi bazar.

The protesters later blocked the Imphal-Ukhrul road by sitting on the road till 4 in the evening, our correspondent reports.

The protest demonstration was attended by various clubs and organisations under Lamlai.

Intense forms of agitation were seen at different areas in Thoubal district.

Various Meira Paibi bodies staged sit-in-protests at different locations while young protesters blocked the streets of Thoubal.

Protesters at Thoubal Wangmataba burnt effigies of Chief Minister Okram Ibobi shouting 'We want ILP' slogan.

Electric posts were suspended and tyres burnt at several other places like Thoubal Haokha, Heibi Makhong, Kiyam Babu bazar, Khong Ahanbi, Tengjeng, Yairipok and Charangpat.

JCILPS, Thoubal, women wing also staged a sit-protest at Thoubal bazar today.

The protest was however disrupted after State police arrived at the area.


* Comments posted by users in this discussion thread and other parts of this site are opinions of the individuals posting them (whose user ID is displayed alongside) and not the views of e-pao.net. We strongly recommend that users exercise responsibility, sensitivity and caution over language while writing your opinions which will be seen and read by other users. Please read a complete Guideline on using comments on this website.




LATEST IN E-PAO.NET
  • Scientist of Manipur: Chandrakant Aribam
  • Violence in Manipur 2023-2024 : Timeline
  • Candy flavoured traps to hook next Gen
  • Commemorate Naga Plesbicite Day 1951 #2
  • Tobacco affects health & environment too
  • Jio extend validity for Customer in Manipur
  • Students must learn about AI irrespective
  • As vote count day approaches : Floods
  • Imphal valley districts flooded #2 : Gallery
  • Flooded : Sacrifice of Yairipok's Maiden
  • World No Tobacco Day 2024
  • Chandam Rishikanta wins NPC Nat'l C'ship
  • Flood: Helpline numbers for emergency
  • Battling body odour ?
  • Floods : Not entirely natural phenomena
  • PM Modi's purpose
  • Imphal valley districts flooded #1 : Gallery
  • June Calendar for Year 2024 : Tools
  • Flood: Control Rooms & Helpline numbers
  • Economic impact of ongoing conflict
  • Army Recruitment Rally for Manipur
  • Cut deficit, boom likely
  • Are Gods angry ? Wake up call for Manipur
  • Beating of the Retreat #2 : Gallery
  • We did Overcome: Mayhem of Month of May
  • Training on mushroom at Potshagbam
  • Famous female Mathematicians in India
  • Disinformation campaign thengnare
  • Human trafficking puts humanity to shame
  • Sky opens up in all its fury
  • Licypriya meets Italy PM & Pope Francis
  • HSLC (Class X) 2024 : Full Result
  • HSLC 2024 : Important Info & Grading System
  • HSLC 2024 : Pass % : Private Schools
  • HSLC 2024 : Pass % : Aided Schools
  • HSLC 2024 : Pass % : Govt Schools
  • HSLC 2024 : Statistical Abstract
  • HSLC 2024 : Comparative Statement
  • Combined Defence Services Exam 2024
  • Good show in Class X exams
  • Downplaying the crisis
  • Birth Centenary of Jananeta Irabat, 1996 : #3
  • Reviving Lamphelpat : Conservation : Gallery
  • Commemorate Naga Plesbicite Day 1951 #1
  • "ST status for Meetei" at Hojai
  • The Power of Poppy - 32 :: Poem
  • Insights from CUET-UG Counselling
  • International Day for Biological Diversity
  • Unseen force at work: Time to unravel it
  • Sheikh Hasina's revelation
  • The Vanishing Meitei Tribe
  • Building career in defence & strategic study
  • Why example of model code of conduct ?
  • Ownership of responsibility
  • Will pressure mount on key players in NE
  • How to save your foot after an accident
  • Children Camp @JNMDA Imphal #3 : Gallery
  • Education Fair @Imphal #1 : Gallery
  • Project Associate @ CSE, Assam Univ
  • Understanding schizophrenia
  • Advancement in Multi Objective Optimization
  • When will women in voter list increase ?
  • Making 2 plus 2 is equal to 5
  • Changing face of drug menace
  • Scientist of Manipur: Jayanta Manoharmayum
  • 25 yrs since Atal Vajpayee visit to RIMS
  • 4 Lakhs donated to support (L) Maipak Family
  • Clarification: Guwahati Meet on Humanitarian
  • Start UPSC prep after 12th for success
  • Tips to avoid melting makeup in summer
  • Giving a big solid push to ST demand
  • Time to come clean
  • Sajibu Cheiraoba: 1 occasion, 2 narratives #3
  • Khongjom Day @Khebaching #2 : Gallery
  • A year of hostilities
  • Licypriya Kangujam to travel to Italy
  • Declining moral standards in public life
  • Healthy democracy with independent media
  • Why endangered species matter to us
  • Significant Guwahati meeting : 1st visible step
  • The Pallel story
  • Aftermath of ferocious hailstorm #2 : Gallery
  • Ukhrul: Climate change grip on water supply
  • Commemoration of World Eld's Deer Day
  • Indo-Naga Talks (From 2012) :: Timeline
  • "ST status for Meetei" at Hiyanglam
  • Dance of democracy, a miracle in making !
  • Learn to look 10/20/30 years hence
  • The zero FIR, zero lesson
  • 'Ishanou' Selection @ Cannes #1: Gallery
  • MOU signed: MTI-HUB & KIIT-TBI & SAbF
  • Lament of the Mourning Choir :: Poem
  • "ST status for Meetei" at Wabagai
  • RSS-BJP fracas
  • Trials for Canoe Slalom World Cup
  • Poser from a villager says it all Kamjong
  • The cover-up effort
  • Birth Centenary of Jananeta Irabat, 1996 : #2
  • Manipuri women in the arena of politics
  • "ST status for Meetei" at Assam
  • Aimee Baruah at red carpet of Cannes
  • National Defence Academy Exam 2024
  • How digital media changed communications
  • Manipur stands scandalised
  • All eyes on UP battle
  • Descent of Radha-Krishna #32: Download
  • Riots to a shrine- Ram Mandir of Ayodhya
  • Handle with care. F.R.I.E.N.D.S inside!
  • The Power of Poppy - 31 :: Poem
  • Celebrate the journey !
  • Career counselling : A life guidance tool
  • Scientist of Manipur: Amom Ruhikanta
  • Conspiracy, thy name is Kuki !
  • "ST status for Meetei" at Thounaojam
  • Ket Meth New Album "Ghost Stories"
  • World Hypertension Day
  • International Day of Families
  • Let the rule of law prevail
  • When donation becomes obligatory demand
  • Tourism of Manipur through Gastronomy
  • Beyond Eternity :: Poem
  • Patriarch subjugation on women
  • Celebrate Manipuri Cinema shine at Cannes
  • Training on cultivation of various mushroom
  • Transformative impact of Ayurveda & Yoga
  • War for over a year : Delhi is answerable
  • The logic behind illogical chargesheet
  • Preserving Thang-Ta :: Rare Photos
  • Regarding Human Rights Situation in Manipur
  • World Hypertension Day 2024
  • Article 355 of Constitution of India #3
  • Disinformation campaign touba thengnarey
  • Deeply mourn the demise of Oja Biren Lamba
  • Water Mimosa for sustainable development
  • Publicity drives of educational institutions
  • ED's revolutionary move!!!
  • Malemnganbi Laishram : Science Topper
  • Featured Front Page Photo 2024 #2: Gallery
  • Thokchom Sheityajit : Arts Topper
  • Aiena Naorem : Commerce Topper
  • AISSE 2024 Exam Result- RKM Imphal
  • Gold, new world currency !
  • Milk for hair and skin
  • Of illegal immigrants & the larger picture
  • The missive from Kamjong
  • Hr Secondary Exam 2024 : Science Topper
  • HSE 2024 : Subject Pass Percentage
  • HSE 2024 : District Pass Percentage
  • HSE 2024 : Candidates with Highest Marks
  • Hr Secondary Exam 2024: Science Full Result
  • Hr Secondary Exam 2024: Arts Full Result
  • Hr Secondary Exam 2024: Commerce Result
  • Hr Secondary Exam 2024 : Arts Topper
  • Hr Secondary Exam 2024 : Commerce Topper
  • Sezo Ringa- Debut Music Video "Revival"
  • Journalism - A thrilling career #2
  • After Class XII where? The eternal question
  • Entry of Arvind Kejriwal
  • Birth Centenary of Jananeta Irabat, 1996 : #1
  • Our nurses, our future: Power of care
  • Screenplay Writing course concluded
  • Workshop on IP & Patent Filing held
  • Let there be less Politics in Sports
  • Sam Pitroda is absolutely white
  • Motherhood: Soul & spirit of family & society
  • Time has come to criminalise ecocide
  • Meiteis, a disappearing community in Manipur
  • World Bamboo Congress @Taiwan : Gallery
  • Ima Manipur should smile more
  • 2nd National Lok Adalat at High Court
  • The Power of Poppy - 30 :: Poem
  • Army impact on Tamphasana Wushu odyssey
  • Aftermath of ferocious hailstorm #1 : Gallery
  • "Dynamic library service" :: Book Rvw
  • Radio E-pao: Manipuri Film OST (130+ song)
  • Artificial Intelligence & Environment
  • Article 355 of Constitution of India #2
  • Integrated Farming Systems for farmers #4
  • Delhi's stand after 1 year of clash
  • A new type of terrorism
  • Scientist of Manipur: Waikhom Vishwanath
  • SRF, JRF, RA @ Assam University
  • The Bleeding River :: Poem
  • Executive Meeting of WMC Assam Unit
  • Journalism - A thrilling career #1
  • Raising the call to replace Minister
  • A storm in a political teacup
  • Cheirao-chingkaba @ Chinga : Gallery
  • Happy Mother's Day
  • Empowering hill communities via U-Mangra
  • African Swine Fever
  • Free Training on Mushroom at Nagamapal
  • Harshit Dhingaun recieves award from Korea
  • Look for ways to restore normalcy
  • The danger of last kicks of a dying horse
  • Preserving Thang-Ta traditions
  • Resolving ST issue by democratic process
  • Top 5 songs to awaken your inner patriot
  • Project Assistant @ Manipur University
  • Leishemba Sanajaoba conferred Doctorate
  • Double tragedy: No time for red-tapism
  • A Youtuber called Dhruv
  • Nupi Landa Thaunaphabishing : Full Book
  • 174th Anniv Maharaj Narasingh #2 : Gallery
  • Challenges in Healthcare in rural Manipur
  • A salute to leadership quality of PM Modi
  • Career in press for freedom of expression
  • One day after devastating hailstorm
  • Understanding the suffering of others
  • A ferocious hailstorm @Imphal : Gallery
  • Article 355 of Constitution of India #1
  • Integrated Farming Systems for farmers #3
  • Election gossip & rumours
  • 'Melodic Minds' Tour in Guwahati
  • Leaving a trail of destruction
  • Political see-saw
  • A brand-new Scientific discovery
  • In memoriam of the happiness we shared !
  • Crop/animal for higher productivity in NE #5
  • "ST status for Meetei" at Sekmaijin
  • Oh Motherland :: Poem
  • Animal life should be treated with dignity
  • '365 Days of Chin-Kuki Aggression' : Gallery
  • Renaissance of politics in our youth
  • TB & tobacco co-epidemics in Indonesia
  • The Power of Poppy - 29 :: Poem
  • Advanced Charging Infrastructure in NE
  • Lessons learnt in the last one year
  • True colour of politics
  • World Heritage Day @ MU : Gallery
  • "ST status for Meetei" at Kakwa
  • Joint Combing Operations in Jiribam
  • Reboot PSUs for jobs: Task for new Govt
  • Ayurvedic remedies to keep healthy eyes
  • May 3, 2023 to May 3, 2024
  • One year of crisis, and what next ?
  • Scientist of Manipur: Nongmaithem Rajmuhon
  • Whither social justice & work for women?
  • Taiwan to enhancing economic ties with India
  • Integrated Farming Systems for farmers #2
  • Athoubasingi Numit #2 : Gallery
  • Privilege trap of While Male Meitei
  • Crop/animal for higher productivity in NE #4
  • 'Chizami Model' working in Gujarat ?
  • Racing towards the one year mark
  • On misattribution & falsifying history
  • Nupi Landa Thaunaphabishing #15 :: Book
  • National Science Teacher workshop
  • Scientists of Manipur : Laishram Ladu Singh
  • Lok Sabha polls in Manipur #2 : Gallery
  • Id-ul-Fitr @Hatta #2 : Gallery
  • Workshop @ NSU Manipur : Gallery
  • Children Camp @JNMDA Imphal #2 : Gallery
  • Sajibu Cheiraoba Chak Katpa #2 : Gallery
  • Scientists of Manipur : Laitonjam Warjeet
  • Community seed bank @Umathel : Gallery
  • Athoubasingi Numit #1 : Gallery
  • Scientists of Manipur : Ngangkham Nimai
  • Kenedy Khuman (Singer) : Gallery
  • GHOST of PEACE :: Download Booklet
  • List of Kings of Manipur: 33 - 1984 AD