Overview
- CCTV shows an unidentified two-wheeler rider hurling an explosive at Elidas Fuel Station in Moirang at 8:10pm Thursday, with no injuries reported.
- The Manipur Petroleum Dealers Fraternity shut all pumps across the valley and peripheral areas from Saturday until security guarantees and compensation commitments are provided.
- Police registered a case and launched searches, are examining footage for clues, and have made no arrests so far.
- Officials highlighted the Integrated Anti-Extortion Cell formed last year with a 24/7 helpline to report threats, bringing together state police, CAPFs, Assam Rifles and the Army.
- Fuel queues grew in Imphal after the decision, and staff and local residents staged a sit-in at the affected pump.