Manipur Ramps Up Security for President Murmu’s Dec. 11–12 Visit
Security forces mount a multi-layered operation across Imphal following insurgent calls for a two-day shutdown.
Overview
- Murmu’s two-day trip is set to be her first visit to Manipur since the May 2023 ethnic violence, with the state still under President’s Rule.
- Officials say the full itinerary has not been publicly released, though reports indicate plans for Nupi Lal Day observance and other engagements in Imphal and Senapati.
- Beautification and repairs span the 7-km route from the airport to the Nupi Lal Memorial Complex, with repainted medians, flags and large welcome banners in place.
- The CorCom insurgent umbrella and other outfits have called a total shutdown on December 11–12 to oppose the visit.
- Security measures include area domination patrols, frisking, anti-sabotage checks, route sanitisation, drone surveillance and continuous CCTV monitoring, with heightened alert around the palace zone and the City Convention Centre.