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Manipur Imposes 24-Hour Curfew in Kangpokpi and Kamjong Districts
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 10:36 AM
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The state government has enforced a full day curfew in the districts of Kangpokpi and Kamjong, shutting markets and deploying security forces to maintain order.
The Manipur government announced a 24‑hour curfew in the districts of Kangpokpi and Kamjong on Monday, effective from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. local time. All markets and commercial establishments in the affected areas were ordered to close, and traffic was restricted to essential movements only.
Security forces, including the police and paramilitary units, were deployed along major roads and market premises to enforce the curfew and ensure public safety.
The curfew is intended to maintain public order and prevent any potential disturbances. Officials said the measures would remain in place until further notice, with periodic reviews based on the situation on the ground.
Residents in both districts have been advised to stay indoors and comply with the directives issued by the authorities.
Security forces, including the police and paramilitary units, were deployed along major roads and market premises to enforce the curfew and ensure public safety.
The curfew is intended to maintain public order and prevent any potential disturbances. Officials said the measures would remain in place until further notice, with periodic reviews based on the situation on the ground.
Residents in both districts have been advised to stay indoors and comply with the directives issued by the authorities.