Overview
- The Manipur Petroleum Dealers Fraternity resumed operations after talks with the state Home Department that yielded a promise of security at fuel outlets.
- The government will constitute a committee of officials and MPDF representatives to assess damage at the Moirang petrol pump and determine compensation under existing rules.
- Police arrested a 35-year-old alleged KYKL cadre in Kakching in connection with the blast, with another suspect identified and being sought.
- No injuries were reported in the January 8 explosion, which had halted fuel distribution across the valley and led to reports of illegal fuel sales.
- Authorities reiterated anti-extortion measures and asked the public to report threats to the Integrated Anti-Extortion Cell through the designated helpline.