Manipur Police resorted to controlled firing to prevent a mob armed with stones and catapults from vandalising a newly-constructed Block Development Office (BDO) inaugurated by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Thoubal on Tuesday. “During the Chief Minister’s visit, a large group of individuals armed with stones and catapults advanced toward the function site with apparent intent to vandalise the newly constructed BDO office. Despite repeated warnings and appeals by police personnel to disperse, the crowd continued to move aggressively, posing a serious threat to public property, dignitaries present, and overall law and order,” the state police force stated on social media.
“In view of the escalating situation, minimum necessary force was applied. As a last resort, controlled firing was undertaken in strict adherence to established protocols to disperse the mob, and Manipur Police resorted to controlled firing to prevent a mob armed with stones and catapults from vandalising a newly constructed Block Development Office (BDO) inaugurated by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Thoubal on Tuesday.
“During the Chief Minister’s visit, a large group of individuals armed with stones and catapults advanced toward the function site with apparent intent to vandalize the newly constructed BDO office. Despite repeated warnings and appeals by police personnel to disperse, the crowd continued to move aggressively, posing a serious threat to public property, dignitaries present, and overall law and order,” the state police force stated on social media. “In view of the escalating situation, minimum necessary force was applied. As a last resort, controlled firing was undertaken in strict adherence to established protocols to disperse the mob and neutralize the threat,” the police force stated “During the course of this action, one individual, who was part of the violent mob, Elangbam Nandbir Singh (40), a resident of Heirok Part 2 Elangbam Leirak, and currently serving as VDF SPO A-Coy, sustained an injury,” it informed.
Police said the situation was subsequently brought under control, preventing further damage and ensuring the safety of all concerned.
Notably, the Chief Minister had visited Thoubal to inaugurate the Block Development Office, Wangjing Tentha CD Block, marking a significant step towards strengthening administration and advancing people-centric governance in this rapidly developing region. “The new Block Development Office will enhance administrative efficiency, streamline service delivery, and ensure timely, transparent, and hassle-free access to public services,” the Chief Minister said.” Alize the threat,” the police force stated, “During the course of this action, one individual, who was part of the violent mob, Elangbam Nandbir Singh (40), a resident of Heirok Part 2 Elangbam Leirak, and currently serving as VDF SPO A-Coy, sustained an injury,” it informed. Police said the situation was subsequently brought under control, preventing further damage and ensuring the safety of all concerned.
Notably, the Chief Minister had visited Thoubal to inaugurate the Block Development Office, Wangjing Tentha CD Block, marking a significant step towards strengthening administration and advancing people-centric governance in this rapidly developing region. “The new Block Development Office will enhance administrative efficiency, streamline service delivery, and ensure timely, transparent, and hassle-free access to public services,” the Chief Minister said.
