Sekmai police station registers zero FIR
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, January 13 2024:
Subsequent to the written complaint submitted to the police by Manipur State Power Company Limited (MSPCL) on January 11, a Zero FIR has been registered at Sekmai police station and investigation launched to identify and arrest the culprit(s) .
MSPCL in the written complaint alleged incidents of theft and burglary at the Heavy Fuel Based Power Plant (HEBPP) and Hydro Power Plant House, Leimakhong.
The perpetrators also caused spillage of heavy oil, leading to an unceasing release of oil into the nearby river posing a significant threat to the public water supply by contaminating the river water and creating a hazardous environmental situation, the complaint added.
Acting on the complaint, the police registered a Zero FIR at Sekmai police station and efforts are underway to identify and arrest the culprit(s) .
It may be mentioned that a release issued by chief minister office on Friday informed that the oil spill was effectively controlled and the area has been sealed completely with deployment of adequate security forces.
An expert team led by ADG (Int) Ashutosh Sinha was formed to investigate the incident and conduct a comprehensive assessment of contamination and its impact on the surrounding areas.