Drug Bust Triggers Mob Violence in Manipur's Bishnupur District
A drug seizure at Tulihal Airport in Manipur led to mob violence in Bishnupur district on Tuesday. Security forces apprehended a suspected drug peddler, Md Sabir Ahamed, with 6.74 kg of suspected brown sugar. Following the arrest, local residents blocked a convoy of security personnel, escalating tensions. Two security vehicles were damaged and set on fire. Authorities reported several injuries among civilians and confirmed four arrests related to the violence. In response, security forces conducted flag marches and urged the public to refrain from spreading unverified information. Ongoing operations are in place to maintain order and address security concerns in the area.
Published 18 hours ago • 14 Apr 2026, 10:30 PM IST