Student Protests Demand Action in Manipur

Thousands of students in Manipur protested, calling for the protection of the state's territorial and administrative integrity. They demanded action against recent drone and missile attacks, and changes in leadership. Students met with state officials to present demands, including a shift in command to the state government.

Thousands of school and college students staged protests outside the Manipur Chief Minister's Secretariat and Raj Bhavan. They demanded the protection of the state's territorial and administrative integrity and swift actions against drone and missile attacks that resulted in two deaths and over 10 injuries.

The protesters chanted slogans like ''Long Live Manipur'' and ''Resign all incompetent MLAs,'' showing their frustration over how authorities have managed the situation. They also called for the Unified Command to be handed over to the State Government.

Later, students met Chief Minister N Biren Singh and Governor L Acharya, placing several demands, including the removal of the Director General of Police and the Security Advisor. They also sought the Unified Command's leadership shift to state governance. Protests also erupted in Thoubal and Kakching districts, urging the government to abrogate the Suspension of Operations agreement and be more proactive against civilian violence.

(With inputs from agencies.)