JFD-Backed Protests Continue Across Manipur Over NRC and Census

Protests backed by the Joint Forum of Democrats (JFD) are continuing across Manipur over concerns related to the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and the upcoming Census exercise. Demonstrations have been reported in multiple parts of the state as groups express apprehension over the potential implications of these national exercises.

The protesters have raised concerns regarding how the NRC and Census could affect the demographic and citizenship status of residents in Manipur. The JFD-backed agitation has drawn participation from various local organisations and civil society groups.

According to reports, the protests have been largely peaceful, with demonstrators demanding clarity and safeguards before the implementation of the NRC and Census processes. The movement reflects growing unease in the northeastern state over citizenship documentation and population enumeration drives.

Authorities are reportedly monitoring the situation as the protests persist across different districts of Manipur.