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Manipur groups call shutdown against State’s 1949 merger with India

Manipur groups call shutdown against State’s 1949 merger with India
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Manipur Police personnel stand guard. Image for the purpose of representation.
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Manipur Police personnel stand guard. Image for the purpose of representation. | Photo Credit: ANI

GUWAHATI

Seven banned armed groups in Manipur have called for a 12-hour shutdown on October 15 to observe “National Black Day” in protest against the State’s merger with the Indian Union in 1949.

These groups, largely comprising the Meitei people of Imphal Valley, said essential services, including medical emergencies, media operations and religious activities, will be exempted from the shutdown.

Originally published by The Hindu on Oct 11, 2026 Read the full article at thehindu.com
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