Imphal, Apr 24 (PTI) The Manipur Pradesh Youth Congress on Thursday staged a protest against the Pahalgam terror attack, criticising the BJP-led government for its alleged failure "to protect innocent lives."

The protest was led by Indian Youth Congress general secretary and Manipur in-charge Sarifa Rahman, along with the president of the State Youth Congress unit, Wahengbam Anand Singh, and others.

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Protesters held placards reading 'Act against terror, act against Pakistan,' while raising slogans demanding justice and condemning the BJP government.

The protesters also attempted to stage a rally but were stopped by police in front of the Congress Bhavan, resulting in a brief stand-off.

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