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Manipur unrest: Protests, twin shutdown disrupt normal life in areas of Imphal after suspected militant attacks
Protests and an internet shutdown disrupted life in Imphal and surrounding districts after two suspected militant attacks in April. Fatalities occurred among civilians and protesters, and security forces were involved in deadly incidents as the unrest persisted.
Why It Matters
The events illustrate ongoing security challenges in Manipur and the direct impact on daily life, communication, and governance in the region.
Timeline
6 Events
April 21, 2026: Three protestors killed during CRPF firing in Gelmol
April 21, 2026
Three protestors were killed when CRPF fired in Gelmol village, Churachandpur district.
April 18, 2026: Retired Army man killed in ambush near Litan village
April 18, 2026
A retired Army man was killed during an ambush near Litan village, Churachandpur district, allegedly by Kuki militants.
April 11, 2026: Protests and twin shutdown begin
April 11, 2026
Protests and a twin shutdown affecting areas of Imphal's hills and valleys began, disrupting normal life.
April 8, 2026: Broadband restoration; mobile restrictions continue
April 8, 2026
Broadband services, specifically Internet Leased Line and Fibre to the Home connections, were conditionally restored on April 8, while restrictions on mobile internet continued in a phased manner.
April 7, 2026: Internet suspension imposed
April 7, 2026
The government imposed a three-day suspension of internet service on April 7, citing volatile law and order situation.
April 7, 2026: Bomb attack in Tronglaobi kills two children
April 7, 2026
A bomb attack at Tronglaobi, Bishnupur district, killed a 5-year-old boy and his 6-month-old sister who were sleeping; their mother was injured.