Manipur violence: “Helpline numbers started for citizens...” Tripura CM

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha reacted to the law and order situation in Manipur. He said that the Tripura government has started helpline numbers and also ensured that students are safe in Manipur.While speaking to ANI, CM Manik Saha said, “Around 150 students of Tripura are there. We are contacting them. I’ve called a meeting today. We are also in touch with the guardians. We’ve also started helpline numbers. I can say that the students are safe.”Violence broke out on May 03 during the ‘Tribal Solidarity March’ called by the All Tribal Student Union Manipur (ATSUM) in the Torbung area of Churachandpur district to protest the demand of Meiteis, who dominate the Imphal Valley, for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status. To tackle the worsening law and order situation after tribal groups took out rallies in several districts of Manipur, the state government has suspended mobile internet for five days. Along with a ban on large gatherings, a night curfew too has been imposed in several districts of the state.