Manipur group threatens 24‑hour bandh over census and NRC demands

Manipur activists have warned of a 24‑hour shutdown to object to the scheduled census and the recently announced National Register of Citizens (NRC) requirements. The group said the bandh will be observed across the state to highlight what they view as an infringement on citizens' rights.

The census and NRC have sparked controversy in several northeastern states, with concerns about documentation, identity verification and potential displacement. Organisers argue that a forced bandh will pressure authorities to reconsider or clarify the demands.

State officials have not yet confirmed whether the bandh will be officially recognized, but they have urged the public to maintain normalcy and avoid any disruption to essential services. Police have been placed on alert to manage any unrest should the shutdown be implemented.