Tension is escalating in Chirang after two school goers were shot dead by police during a counter insurgency operation. The incident took place at Runikhata in the morning when police opened fire at a group of students on their way to the school during an operation. Two students namely Jiri Narzary and Pranjit Narzary died on the spot while three others sustained injury who were shifted to the Guwahati Medical College Hospital. Then the irate mob rushed to the Runikhata police station and set it on fire. Even the police vehicles were not spared.
In a resolute display of solidarity and resilience, over 5,000 women hailing from the Kuki-Zomi-Hmar-Mizo communities congregated at Peace Ground, Tuibuong, Lamka, Churachandpur in Manipur, kickstarting the annual 16 Days Activism on Violence Against Women. Orchestrated by the Women of Lamka, the event was a fervent call for justice and a poignant outcry against the distressing instances of gender-based violence (GBV) that have plagued the state.
Led by the indomitable Ngaineikim from Kuki Women organization for human rights, the program's inauguration was a tapestry of impassioned speeches, stirring presentations, and solemn moments dedicated to the victims. Distinguished figures such...
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