Manipur Violence: Students From Rajasthan Trapped in State; CM Ashok Gehlot Expresses Concern
Manipur is witnessing violent clashes over a move to grant scheduled tribe status to the majority Metei community in the state. Naga and Kuki tribes who are opposing this plan organised a 'Tribal Solidarity March' on Wednesday after which the clashes broke out.
Jaipur, May 7: Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has voiced concern over the safety of students from the state stranded in violence-hit Manipur.
Manipur is witnessing violent clashes over a move to grant scheduled tribe status to the majority Metei community in the state. Naga and Kuki tribes who are opposing this plan organised a 'Tribal Solidarity March' on Wednesday after which the clashes broke out. Manipur Violence: CM N Biren Singh Assures Safety and Security of Tripura Students Stuck in State Following Violence During Tribal Solidarity Marches.
Gehlot on Saturday said that top officials of his government are in touch with officials in the northeastern state. "The news of some students of Rajasthan being trapped in Manipur violence is worrying," he said in a tweet in Hindi. Manipur Violence: Death Toll Rises to 54; Imphal Valley Peaceful, Most Shops and Markets Open.
"The chief secretary and the director general of police of Rajasthan are in touch with senior officials there and soon efforts will be made to bring them home safely," the chief minister added.
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