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Manipur on High Alert for Modi’s Reported Sept. 13 Visit as Army Reviews Security

Mixed responses range from separation demands to a shutdown call, with the trip still unconfirmed.

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Coffins that were placed outside the ground, where the PM is scheduled to speak, were removed on Tuesday. (HT Photo)
The notification issued by the Superintendent of Police (SP) officer said that the southern gate of Kangla will be exclusively used for VVIP entry and exit. (Sourced)

Overview

  • Authorities prepare possible events at Kangla Fort in Imphal and Peace Ground in Churachandpur, with venue hardening, frisking, checkpoints, and live webcasting drills.
  • Lt Gen Abhijit S. Pendharkar of the Army’s Spear Corps reviewed deployments across key districts, coordinating with BSF, CRPF and Manipur Police.
  • Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla met Meitei/BJP legislators in Imphal and five Kuki‑Zo MLAs in Churachandpur, drawing Congress criticism over selective engagement.
  • The Kuki‑Zo Council welcomed the visit but reiterated a demand for a Union Territory with a legislature under Article 239A, as several community groups opposed a celebratory dance and urged meetings with displaced families.
  • The banned CorCOM bloc called for a statewide shutdown and boycott during the expected visit, while BJP leaders including Sambit Patra arrived to oversee preparations.