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Protests Over Manipur Identity Force Governor to Use Helicopter Amid Rising Tensions

Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla bypassed human chain demonstrations in Imphal as COCOMI-led protests escalate over territorial integrity concerns.

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The agitation follows an incident on May 20, when a Manipur State Transport bus ferrying journalists to Ukhrul for the Shirui Lily Festival was stopped by central security personnel and ordered to remove the word “Manipur”. (HT Photo)
Photo: IANS

Overview

  • Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla traveled by Army helicopter from Imphal Airport to Raj Bhavan to avoid human chain protests organized by COCOMI.
  • The protests were sparked by a May 20 incident where central security personnel ordered the removal of 'Manipur' from a state-run bus, seen as an affront to the state's identity.
  • COCOMI has demanded the governor's apology, the removal of three senior officials, and assurances on protecting Manipur's territorial integrity.
  • A seven-member COCOMI delegation, led by Khuraijam Athouba, has departed for New Delhi to meet Ministry of Home Affairs officials for discussions on the crisis.
  • Opposition leaders, including Congress, have criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah for failing to restore normalcy in Manipur and called for his resignation.