Shutdown over 1949 merger agreement affects normal life in Manipur
Imphal: Normal life was affected across Manipur on Monday as a 24-hour statewide shutdown called by the proscribed group National Revolutionary Front (NRF) of Manipur began over the 1949 merger agreement between Manipur and India.
According to Kashmir Media Service, the shutdown, which began at midnight on September 21, led to the closure of educational institutions, banks, business establishments and private offices. Public transport services were also limited, while attendance at government offices remained low.
Inter-state road transport was suspended, affecting road connectivity between Manipur and other parts of the country. Airline services, however, continued to operate normally.
Essential services, including healthcare, fire services, water supply, media activities and ritual-related functions, were exempted from the shutdown. The impact of the bandh was reported to be greater in the valley areas than in the hill districts.
