The Indian Army said “approximately 13,000“ civilians had been rescued. Read more at straitstimes.com.
GUWAHATI,India - Authorities in India’s north-eastern state of Manipur have evacuated some 20,000 people to camps under army protection to prevent an escalation of ethnic violence just days after clashes between tribal and non-tribal groups.
Internet services have been suspended in the state to prevent social media from being used to stir up unrest. The Indian Army said in a statement on Friday evening that “approximately 13,000“ civilians had been rescued from affected areas who were staying in adhoc boarding facilities created for the purpose within company operating bases and the military garrison.
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