MHA to open Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandars for civilians in Manipur

NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday announced a new initiative aimed at providing essential commodities to the people of strife-torn Manipur at affordable prices. Shah said the Union government will make Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandars accessible to civilians starting September 17.

Taking to X, Shah said, "In line with PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji's commitment, the MHA is launching an initiative to provide commodities to the people of Manipur at reasonable prices. Now the Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandars will be open for common people from September 17, 2024."



The government will also expand its network by opening 16 new canteens across state including eight new Bhandars in the valley region and eight in the hills.

"In addition to 21 existing Bhandars, 16 new ones will be opened. Among the 16 new centres, eight will be in the valley, and the remaining eight in the hills," Shah added.

Meanwhile, the government has revoked the temporary suspension of internet services in the territorial jurisdiction of Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, and Kakching districts.

"The state government has decided to lift any form of internet suspension in the state of Manipur which was in good faith imposed as preventive measures in public interests," an order issued by the home department said.

The temporary suspension of internet services in 5 districts was implemented from 3 pm on September 10 due to student protests demanding the removal of the DGP and security advisor for their alleged failure to handle militant attacks. The protests led to clashes with security forces, resulting in injuries to more than 80 individuals, including students and police personnel.

The order also urged all internet users to refrain from activities that may lead to situations warranting the suspension of internet services in the future.

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