New Delhi, Nov 16 (FN Agency) Taking serious note of the increasing incidents of violence in Manipur, the Union Home Ministry on Saturday directed the security forces to take necessary steps to maintain law and order and take strict action against the miscreants. In a statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs said that the security scenario in Manipur has remained fragile for the past few days.
Armed miscreants from both communities in conflict have been indulging in violence leading to unfortunate loss of lives and disruption in public order. The statement said that all the security forces have been directed to take necessary steps to restore order and peace. Strict action would be initiated against anyone trying to indulge in violent and disruptive activities. Important cases have been handed over to NIA for effective investigation. The government has also urged the people to maintain peace, not believe in rumours and cooperate with the security forces to maintain law and order in the state.