Manipur Violence: In response to the escalating ethnic violence and imposition of curfew in several districts, the Manipur government has announced the closure of all government-run educational institutions in Imphal West and Imphal East. This includes schools, colleges, prioritizing, and universities, which will remain closed till November 19, 2024. The decision taken by the Higher and Technical Education Department in consultation with the Home Department is aimed at prioritizing the safety of students, teachers, and staff amid the volatile situation.

The shutdown comes after the discovery of six bodies in Jiribam district, believed to be those of missing persons, triggering widespread protests and worsening the already precarious law and order situation in the state. Authorities have also imposed a complete internet shutdown in seven districts, including curfew-affected areas, to prevent the spread of misinformation and to prevent the situation from spiraling further out of control. The shutdown, which was earlier scheduled till November 18, has now been extended by two more days till November 20.

The blackout, a drastic measure, reflects the gravity of the crisis, as public demonstrations grow and tensions spill over into new areas. As violence escalates, the central government has deployed additional security forces in Manipur, including 50 companies of the Central Armed Police Force (CAPF), comprising over 5,000 personnel, arriving to bolster the state's existing resources.