The PIL stated that the latest order for extension of “Disturbed Area” under Section 3 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 which was issued on December 8, 2021, was yet to published in the official Gazette of Manipur.
The PIL was filed by Ringku Khumukcham, editor of Imphal Times, alleging that flag poles and billboards were erected without taking prior permission from the municipality office of Imphal.