Imphal: The Manipur government has decided to extend the ban on internet services in the crisis-affected state for an additional five days until June 15, 2023. According to an official release, the extension aims to prevent the dissemination of false news, rumours, and misinformation through social media platforms, which have the potential to disrupt law and order situations in the state.
The internet ban will remain in effect until 3 pm on June 15. Manipur’s Information and Public Relations Minister, DR Sapam Ranjan, stated that there have been no untoward incidents reported in the state in the past 24 hours, indicating a return to normalcy. The minister also mentioned that there are currently 349 relief camps operational across Manipur, and the state has been implementing appropriate security measures to restore peace and harmony.
In addition, the central government has established a Peace Committee in Manipur, chaired by the Governor, with the objective of facilitating peace-building among various ethnic groups in the state. This committee was formed following Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s announcement during his four-day visit to Manipur from May 29 to June 1, where he assessed the situation and emphasised the need for a peace panel to restore normalcy at the earliest.
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