Manipur: 46-year-old woman arrested in connection with attack on houses of lawmakers

A 46-year-old woman was arrested for her alleged involvement in the vandalism at residences of MLAs and ministers in Imphal Valley on November 16, police said on Tuesday.

According to Manipur police X handle, "On 26.11.2024, Manipur Police arrested one Thingbaijam Sushila Devi (46 yrs) who was actively involved in the unruly mob who vandalized houses/ properties of elected members on 16.11.2024."

Earlier, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh strongly condemned the recent attacks on the residences of ministers and MLAs during ongoing agitations in the state. 

While expressing solidarity with those protesting peacefully against the killings of innocent civilians, the CM denounced acts of violence and looting carried out under the guise of democratic movements.

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“I already said and condemned. Those who are genuinely agitating against the killings of innocent people are genuine, and we support their movement and agitation because everyone has the right to democratically agitate. But in the name of the democratic movement, some gangs have looted, burned ministers' houses, and looted their properties,” said CM Singh.

The Chief Minister highlighted that the government has initiated appropriate legal action against the perpetrators. “We have already identified those responsible through CCTV footage. I feel ashamed to express publicly that such actions are happening in Manipur, where looting is taking place in the name of agitation. This is a matter of shame. We will take legal action,” he added.