IMPHAL: In response to rumours of new violence in the state, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles have increased their control over Manipur.

The security troops in Churchandpur and Imphal East both stopped the shooting events between the two communities when some armed criminals opened fire and fled towards higher ground, according to the Army.

However, no casualties were reported, and additional operations were under progress.

Manipur has seen ethnic conflict; earlier this month, Chief Minister N Biren Singh estimated that 60 people had died. During the unrest, houses have also been set afire, and new occurrences have also been recorded from several areas of the State.

The Manipur Police, Manipur Rifles, India Reserve Battalion (IRB), and Village Defence Force (VDF) have been deployed in 38 vulnerable areas, according to information provided earlier on Friday by Chief Minister Biren Singh. Additional security forces have also been brought into the state.

The 38 locations where security personnel were stationed include Napat, Haotak, Salton Heiyaikon, Saiton Leitanpokpi, Nganukon, Salal Konjin, Phougakchao Ikhai Mamang, Torbung, Govindpur, Torbung Bunglow, Phougakchao Ikhai Maning, Phougakchao Ikhai Awang, Kwakta Maning, Terakhongshangb

The Chief Minister urged the population to remain calm while revealing that operations had been carried out against armed militants in several locations on the State's outskirts. The government has been meeting with various peace committees established in response to the current situation in Manipur, and efforts are being made to hold peace discussions with all segments of the population, he added.

Amit Shah, the union home minister urged people not to engage in violent behaviour and to avoid spreading rumours and false information that can incite conflict between various populations. He asked for public backing for government efforts to restore normalcy. He is also planning a three-day trip to the state in response to the crisis.

On Thursday, Shah made a plea for peace, saying, "There were confrontations in Manipur after the ruling of a court. I would urge both factions to uphold peace since everyone will be treated fairly. In a few days, I'll travel to Manipur by myself, remain there for three days, and talk to the locals about bringing about peace. 

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