Following clashes in parts of Manipur, several families affected by the recent incidents have sought refuge in Assam, Chief Minister Hemanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday.
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. "Several families affected by the recent incidents in Manipur have sought refuge in Assam. I have requested the District Administration of Cachar to take care of these families. I am also in constant communication with the HCM @NBirenSingh and have pledged the full support of the Assam Government during this hour of crisis," Assam CM tweeted. India News | Manipur Violence: Families Seek Refuge in Assam; Himanta Biswa Sarma Assures Full Support.
The Communist Party of India (CPI) on Friday expressed deep concern over the ongoing violence in Manipur saying that reports of violence and arson coming from the state are matters of serious concern for the entire nation.
Violence broke out on May 3 during the 'Tribal Solidarity March' called by the All Tribal Student Union Manipur (ATSUM) in the Torbung area of Churachandpur district to protest the demand by Meiteis, who dominate the Imphal Valley, for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.