These episodes underline the challenge the security forces are facing in Manipur. Sources within the state security establishment say in almost every incident of arson or firing, there is resistance to intervention by security personnel.
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But several representatives of Kuki groups said Sunday they are not happy that they have been appointed to the committee without their consent. They said the Centre should be part of the committee, instead of leaving everything to the state government and the Chief Minister.
According to a statement from the CMO, as many as 3,734 FIRs have been registered, the maximum being in Imphal West district at 1,257, followed by Kangpokpi (932) and Bishnupur (844).