Security presence which has been bolstered by flying in more army troops and rapid action force and central police forces was clearly visible in all major areas and roads.
Violence escalated in the state on Thursday after tribals groups organised protests against the proposal to grant ST status to the majority Meitei community
Manipur Violence: A Defence spokesperson said a total of 13,000 people were rescued and shifted to safe shelters, some in army camps as the army brought Churachandpur, Moreh, Kakching, and Kangpokpi districts under its "firm control".