Manipur Violence LIVE News Updates: Tension escalated in Manipur’s hills as a video of May 4 emerged on social media, showing men from one community parading two women naked from the opposing side.
On of the survivor, who luckily escaped, said. “When we resisted, they told me: ‘If you don’t take off your clothes, we will kill you’, Then as she obeyed them to “protect herself”, the men allegedly slapped and punched her.
She added that the men dragged to a paddy field near the road and sked her to “lie down” there. “I did as they told me, and three men surrounded me… One of them told the other, ‘let’s rape her’, but ultimately they did not.”
Meanwhile, Police registered main suspect, Heradas (32), has been arrested in Thoubal district. And CM Biren Singh promised to take strict action against the accused.
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‘Will make efforts for death penalty’ in viral video case: Manipur CM
Manipur CM Biren Singh has said that the government will make efforts for death penalty in the viral video case.
Two accused arrested in viral video case, says Manipur CM
Manipur Violence LIVE News Updates: Manipur Chief Minister has said that two accused including the main culprit, in the viral video case, have been arrested
Can’t believe this happened in my state: Manipur Guv
Manipur Violence LIVE News Updates: Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey has said that she dialed the DGP of the state and demanded to know why no action was taken when the women filed a complaint. “I can’t believe that this type of incident happened in my state. I want to know why no action was taken on the complaint of the women? I called the DGP of my state today. Never in future, any person should have the courage to commit these types of crimes against women,” she said.
Women Congress workers stage protest against Manipur horror
Manipur Violence LIVE News Updates: Women Congress workers and leaders staged a demonstration at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh. The protest comes amid a horrific video of two women being paraded naked on a road by a group of men in Manipur has been shared widely on social media, drawing massive condemnation and calls for action.
JMM demands resignation of CM Biren Singh
Manipur Violence LIVE News Updates: The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) on Thursday demanded resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh in the wake of the incident in which two women were paraded naked and molested in that state.
JMM spokesperson Vinod Kumar Pandey claimed that the party would expose the “mindset and character” of the BJP with demonstrations against the incident.
NCW directs Twitter India to remove ‘disgraceful’ video
Manipur Violence LIVE News Updates: National Commission for Women (NCW) has formally directed the Head, Public Policy at Twitter India to remove the video showing the disgraceful act of two women being paraded naked. “This video compromises the victims’ identities and is a punishable offence,” NCW said.
I felt ashamed: Jaya Bachchan
Manipur Violence LIVE News Updates: Rajya Sabha MP Jaya Bachchan has said that she felt ashamed when she came across the Manipur video. “I felt so bad, I couldn’t see the entire video. I was ashamed. Nobody cares. Women are being treated so badly. Its very frustrating. Everyday something or the other is happening with women. It’s very saddening,” Jaya Bachchan said.
Women, paraded naked, were forcibly taken from police custody: Report
Manipur Violence News LIVE: The women who were paraded naked and allegedly gang-raped were forcibly taken Manipur Violence LIVE News Updates: from the police custody. The women were rescued by the police a day after the violence broke out in Manipur and were being taken to police station when they were stopped by the mob, according to the mob.
Manipur: Will PM Modi agree for a debate at Parliament? Here’s what he told Sonia Gandhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday was seen reaching out to Sonia Gandhi at the Parliament, enquiring about her health. Gandhi, meanwhile, responded gesturing that she was fine. The courteous exchange took place as the Opposition demanded a debate on the situation in Manipur following the viral video of two Kuki women being paraded naked.
Later, speaking about the conversation between the two, senior Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said that it was a simple courtesy call
“When the Session begins, as per tradition, PM asks all the leaders about their well-being. So, he met Madam (Sonia Gandhi) too.”
Chowdhury also expressed that when Gandhi touched on the topic of a debate in Manipur, PM Modi sort of avoided the conversation. (Read here)
Manipur violence: ‘Why PM Modi was silent for so long,’ Oppositions question Centre’s inaction
Opposition parties on Thursday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘silence on the Manipur violence’ far too long. This was despite that fact that PM Modi, earlier today, stated the he is ‘pained’ by the sexual atrocities against women in Manipur and promised to take strict action against the culprits.
Responding to Modi’s comments, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor says, “Deeply concerned about the fact that the PM was silent for so long. None of us could understand it.
“We are very glad that he broke his silence, now we would like him to approach the issue in Parliament to discuss it…We want to discuss it when he speaks inside the Parliament. He has spoken outside the Parliament, to the media. I am very glad, he has at least raised his voice. Now, let him bring the voice to the Parliament itself.”” (Read here)
Manipur: PM Modi responds saying ‘I will see’ on Sonia Gandhi’s demand for debate
Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury says, “…When the Session begins, as per tradition, PM asks all the leaders about their well-being. So, he met Madam (Sonia Gandhi) too. She told the PM that we want a discussion on Manipur inside the House. I think PM had not anticipated such a question from her. So, he was taken aback and said, “Alright, I will see.” She insisted that the discussion be done. In a way, the Session began today with a demand by Madam herself, on behalf of Opposition…”
Manipur: ‘PM was compelled to react…,’ says AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi
Speaking on PM Modi ‘s comment on Manipur, AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi says, “…PM was compelled to react on the video because it has become viral now…Genocide is going on there…Justice will prevail only when the CM is removed and the PM orders CBI inquiry.”
Manipur video: Bollywood actors condemn sexual atrocities in the state
Actors Akshay Kumar, Urmila Matondkar, Sanjay Dutt and Kiara Advani on Thursday expressed shock over a May 4 video of two tribal women being paraded naked in strife-hit Manipur and demanded punishment for the perpetrators of the “horrifying” incident.
Tension mounted in the hills of Manipur after the video surfaced on Wednesday. It was doing the rounds on the eve of a planned protest march announced by the Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF) on Thursday to highlight their plight.
The Northeastern state has been seeing ethnic violence since May 3 and several fatalities have been reported.
Akshay said he is “shaken and disgusted” to see the video of violence against women in Manipur.
“I hope the culprits get such a harsh punishment that no one ever thinks of doing a horrifying thing like this again,” the actor wrote on Twitter.
Actor-politician Urmila said it was shocking how “no action” was taken by the authorities in an incident that took place in May.
“Shocked, shaken, horrified at #manipur video n fact that it’s happened in May with no action on it. Shame on those sitting on their high horses drunk with power, jokers in media boot licking them, celebrities who r silent. When did we reach here dear Bharatiyas/Indians? (sic)” she tweeted.
Advani said she is praying that the women get justice at the earliest.
“The video of violence against women in Manipur is horrifying and has shaken me to the core… Those responsible must face the most SEVERE punishment they deserve,” she wrote on Twitter.
The video portraying violence against women in Manipur was shocking and sickening, added Dutt.
“My utmost hope is for the culprits to be punished with the utmost severity, sending a clear message that such despicable actions will not be tolerated in any circumstance,” the actor said.
Police said a case of abduction, gangrape and murder has been registered at Nongpok Sekmai police station in Thoubal district against unknown armed miscreants.
The Manipur Police on Thursday arrested one of the main accused who was seen in a May 4 video of two tribal women being paraded naked and molested by a mob at a village in Senapati district, officials said.
Actor Richa Chadha termed the incident “shameful, horrific, and lawless”.
Renuka Shahane questioned if there was “no one to stop the atrocities” in Manipur.
“If you are not shaken to the core by that disturbing video of two women, is it even right to call oneself human, let alone Bharatiya or Indian,” Shahane tweeted.
“Stop asking why he’s quiet. Surely, you don’t expect the very people who caused the strife to speak/act against it. #Manipur,” composer Vishal Dadlani wrote on the microblogging site.
Actor Riteish Deshmukh said he is “seething with anger”.
“No man should go unpunished for such crime. Attack on the dignity of a woman is an attack on humanity itself,” he said.
Commenting on the incident, filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri tweeted: “We are a failed society.”
Manipur: ‘Why PM Modi was silent for so long,’ asks Shashi Tharoor
On Manipur situation, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor says, “Deeply concerned about the fact that the PM was silent for so long. None of us could understand it. We are very glad that he broke his silence, now we would like him to approach the issue in Parliament to discuss it…We want to discuss it when he speaks inside the Parliament. He has spoken outside the Parliament, to the media. I am very glad, he has at least raised his voice. Now, let him bring the voice to the Parliament itself.”
Manipur violence against women: Shaken me to the core, says Kiara Advani
After Akshay Kumar, actor Kiara Advani on Thursday took to social media and reacted to the viral video that allegedly shows two women in Manipur being sexually assaulted on a road.
Kiara Advani reacts saying, “Shaken me to the core”
Manipur news: More accused to be arrested by evening, says NCW chief
Commenting on the sexual atrocities in Manipur, Rekha Sharma, NCW chief said one main accused in the incident has been arrested and by the evening more culprits are likely to be arrested.
“We have also given a notice to Twitter against allowing the circulation of such videos on their platform. This is indeed shocking and the NCW has taken cognizance of the incident. Many such incidents are coming to light from Rajasthan and Manipur. I am in constant touch with the administration and the accused will be punished”
Manipur video: Amit Shah speak to CM Biren Singh
Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with Manipur CM N Biren Singh after a video of two women being paraded naked by men in Kangpokpi district went viral.
In a telephonic conversation, the Home Minister enquired about the horrific incident that happened on May 4 in Kangpokpi district, some 35 km from the state capital Imphal,
Later, the Home Minister has directed the police to take strict action against the culprits, sources close to the development cited.
Meanwhile, the main accused in the case has been arrest. CM said, strict action is being considered including, ‘capital punishment’
Manipur video: CM Biren Singh says, “it’s a crime against humanity”
On the Manipur video incident, CM N Biren Singh said that he ordered a probe immediately after the video surfaced.
He said, “We saw the video and I felt so bad, it’s a crime against humanity. I immediately ordered the police to arrest the culprits and the state govt will try to ensure capital punishment for the accused. Every human being should condemn it.”
The main accused in the case has been arrested
Manipur video: SC says ‘it is deeply disturbed’, asks Centre, state to take action
The Supreme Court on Thursday said it is “deeply disturbed” by the video of two women in Manipur being paraded naked.
Terming it “simply unacceptable”, a bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud directed the Centre and the state government to take immediate steps and apprise the apex court on what action has been taken.
“We will give a little time to the government to act otherwise we will take action if nothing is happening on the ground,” the bench, also comprising Justices P S Narasimha and Manoj Misra, said.
Tension mounted in the hills of Manipur after a May 4 video surfaced on Wednesday showing two women from one of the warring communities being paraded naked by a few men from the other side.
Manipur: Main suspect Heradas arrested, CM says ‘considering capital punishment’
A day after a 76 days-old video of two Kuki women being paraded naked in Manipur surfaced on the internet, the main suspect, Heradas (32), was arrested in Thoubal district. He was arrested with the aid of a viral video showing him wearing a green shirt, chief minister Biren Singh.
Singh said, “After taking a Suo-moto cognisance of the incident immediately after the video surfaced, the Manipur Police swung to action and made the first arrest this morning. A thorough investigation is currently underway and we will ensure strict action is taken against all the perpetrators, including considering the possibility of capital punishment.” (Read here)
PM Modi condemns in Manipur incident, says ‘guilty will not be spared’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condemned the incidents linked to sexual atrocities in Manipur and said that “What has happened to daughters of Manipur can never be forgiven, guilty will not be spared”. He also urged all state chiefs to ensure safety of women.
Speaking to reporters ahead of the Monsoon session of the Parliament that begins today, PM Modi said, “This a shameful incident for any society…who did this and who is responsible is another issue but this has put our nation to shame. I appeal to all chief minsters to tighten law and order. Whether it is Rajasthan, Chattisgarh or Manipur…the issue of a woman’s honour is above all politics. (Read here)
‘Sensible debate over Manipur violence in Parliament’: Congress MP
Congress MP Manish Tewari says, “…Today, the Monsoon session of the Parliament is beginning. There should be a sensitive and responsible debate over the Manipur situation in both Houses. Manipur is a border state and if the situation is not conducive there and peace & harmony suffer a blow, it will have a far-reaching impact…”
Manipur: Key accused, Heradas, arrested
As per India Today, tensions rise in Manipur as the key accused, Heradas (32), is arrested a day after a two-month-old video of two women being paraded naked surfaces. The incident occurred on May 4 in Kangpokpi district, following violence in the north-east state.
Parliament monsoon session: Oppositions send adjournment motion notice to Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha to discuss Manipur
Several opposition MPs on Thursday submitted suspension of Business Notice in Rajya Sabha and adjournment motion notice in Lok Sabha to discuss ongoing violence in Manipur. This comes a day after a May 4 video showing two women being paraded naked by some men in Manipur surfaced on social media.
The monsoon session of the Parliament will commence today, and it is expected to be a stormy one.
News agency ANI cites Congress MP Ranjeet Ranjan, Congress MP Pramod Tiwari, Congress MP Syed Naseer Hussain, CPI(M) MP Elamaram Kareem, RJD MP Manoj have submitted suspension of Business Notice under rule 267 in Rajya Sabha to discuss the “Prime Minister’s shocking silence on the ongoing violence in Manipur.”
Meanwhile, Congress Lok Sabha CPI MP Binoy Viswam, MP Manish Tewari and others sent adjournment motion notice to Lok Sabha to raise the issue. (Read here)
Unable to sleep: DCW chief Swati Maliwal on Manipur violence
DCW chief Swati Maliwal says, “I am unable to sleep after watching the video which has come from Manipur. The incident happened 2.5 months ago but no arrest has been made so far. I am ashamed that no one has been arrested. Central govt is silent, PM has not made a single statement. I am writing today to the Manipur CM and PM Modi to end the violence in Manipur and take action against the accused and police officials.”
Manipur women paraded naked: Kuki survivor recounts ‘take of your clothes, or will kill you…’
The atrocious incident of two women being disrobed and paraded on the village road that occurred about two-and-half month came into focus only on Wednesday, that too, after video surfaced on the internet. The incident shows how less we know about the extent and the scale of the conflict in Manipur that claimed over 150 lives so far. People who were eyewitness to the incident express that ‘the state nor the central government have the intent or the skills to handle the situation’ and ‘you tend to lose hope…’ (Full story here)
We are ashamed: Congress MP Ranjeet Ranjan on Manipur
Congress MP Ranjeet Ranjan says, ” Today we are feeling ashamed. Politics should not be done on this (Manipur viral video) but where are PM, Home Minister and what are they doing? I want to ask why the PM is silent. He said that we are preparing a roadmap for Manipur. You are visiting several countries and saying that everything is fine in India. We want to ask whether you will ask your CM to resign or not.”
Distressing to see disturbing visuals: Sharad Pawar on Manipur
NCP chief Sharad Pawar tweets, “…Distressing to see disturbing visuals from Manipur specially the atrocities against the women, which is despicable. It’s time to unite, raise our voices, & demand Justice for the people of Manipur. Home department along with PMO need to immediately take necessary action to restore peace in Manipur.”
Centre orders to Twitter not to share viral video
The government has issued an order to Twitter and other social media platforms, instructing them not to share the viral video of the two Manipuri women being paraded nude. It is imperative for social media platforms to adhere to Indian laws as the matter is currently under investigation: Government Sources
When will Modi govt stop acting like all is well, when will CM be replaced: Cong on Manipur video
The Congress on Thursday slammed the Centre after a May 4 video showing two women being paraded naked by some men in Manipur surfaced and asked when will the Narendra Modi government stop acting like “all is well”.
The party also sought to know when will Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh be replaced.
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said it has been 78 days since a full-scale ethnic violence broke out in Manipur and 77 days since the ghastly incident where two women were stripped, paraded and allegedly raped.
It has been 63 days since an FIR was filed against unknown persons and the culprits are still at large, he said.
“The rest of India had little clue that such a horrific incident occurred due to the ongoing Internet ban in Manipur. But it’s absolutely inexcusable that the Women and Child Development Minister (Smriti Irani) waited for 76 days to speak to the Manipur CM or even issue a statement,” Ramesh said in his long Twitter post.
“Was the Union government, the home minister or the prime minister not aware of this? When will the Modi government stop acting like all is well?” he said.
Manipur violence: Adjournment motion notice to Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha
Congress Lok Sabha MP Manish Tewari gives adjournment motion notice to discuss the “ongoing ethnic clashes taking place in Manipur.”
Meanwhile, CPI MP Binoy Viswam, RJD MP Manoj give suspension of Business Notice in Rajya Sabha under rule 267, demanding a discussion on “disturbing developments in Manipur.”
‘Shameful and condemnable,’ says Arvind Kejriwal on Manipur issue
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday condemned the parading of two women naked in ethnic violence-hit Manipur, and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to pay attention to the prevailing situation in the state and ensure strict action to the culprits.
The reaction comes after a video shot on May 4 surfaced on Wednesday, showing the two women being paraded naked in the northeastern state.
“The incident in Manipur is very shameful and condemnable. This kind of heinous act cannot be tolerated in Indian society,” Kejriwal, who is also the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor, said in a tweet in Hindi.
“The situation in Manipur is becoming so worrying. I appeal to the Prime Minister to pay attention to the situation in Manipur. Please take strict action against the culprits seen in the video of this incident. There should not be any place for people with such criminal tendency in India,” he added.
Opposition to raise Manipur violence at the parliament
The Trinamool Congress on Wednesday said the party will raise the issue of ethnic strife-torn Manipur in Parliament, while condemning the incident in which two women were paraded naked and molested by a group of men in the northeastern state.
A five-member delegation of TMC MPs visited two relief camps each in Churachandpur, one of the most affected districts, and Imphal Valley.
The leaders also called on Governor Anusuiya Ukiye at Raj Bhavan here.
“People told us about their pain. The relief materials provided to the relief camps in both hills areas and the valley are not sufficient. Those camps should get sufficient relief,” TMC Lok Sabha MP Kalyan Banerjee told reporters.
Other opposition parties also conveyed to the Parliamentary affairs minister Pralhad Joshi that they want to discuss the issue during the monsoon session.
“The government is ready to discuss all issues in the Monsoon Session. We have appealed to the Opposition parties to support in the smooth functioning of the Parliament,” Joshi said
‘Downright inhuman’: Smriti Irani speaks to Manipur CM N Biren Singh after women paraded naked
Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani has condemned the horrific incident showcased in a viral video where two women are paraded naked by a mob and then gangraped. Irani called the incident ‘condemnable and downright inhuman’ and informed that she had spoken to Manipur CM N Biren Singh.
“The horrific video of sexual assault of 2 women emanating from Manipur is condemnable and downright inhuman. Spoke to CM @NBirenSingh ji who has informed me that investigation is currently underway & assured that no effort will be spared to bring perpetrators to justice.” Union Minister Smriti Irani tweeted on Wendesday. (Read full story here)
Manipur violence: Rahul Gandhi says ‘INDIA will not stay silent’
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday over the situation in Manipur and said “INDIA will not stay silent while the idea of India is being attacked” in the northeastern state.
Gandhi’s remarks came after a video shot on May 4 surfaced on Wednesday, showing two women being paraded naked in ethnic violence-hit Manipur.
Police said a case of abduction, gang rape and murder has been registered at the Nongpok Sekmai police station in Thoubal district against unidentified armed miscreants.
“PM’s silence and inaction has led Manipur into anarchy. INDIA will not stay silent while the idea of India is being attacked in Manipur,” Gandhi said in a tweet.
“We stand with the people of Manipur. Peace is the only way forward,” he added
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