Overview
- Police registered five cases tied to threats against performers and associations across Imphal West, Imphal East, Bishnupur, Thoubal and Kakching.
- The three suspects were detained in coordinated operations in Imphal West and Imphal East, according to officials.
- Investigators report the G-5—UNLF, KCP, KYKL, PREPAK and PREPAK (Pro)—imposed a one-year ban on four drama troupes and demanded public apologies by December 10.
- Chief Secretary Puneet Kumar Goel warned that anyone intimidating citizens or disrupting peace will face legal action, with reports invited through the Home Department’s anti-extortion cell.
- The Sangai Festival ran from November 21 to 30 after a multiyear gap and drew low turnout during protests by internally displaced people.