Manipur's Chief Minister, N Biren Singh, has announced the forthcoming restoration of mobile internet services in the state, following their suspension in the aftermath of ethnic violence that erupted on May 3.
During a press conference, Singh also advocated for the reconsideration of the free movement regime, which currently permits residents living in close proximity to the India-Myanmar border to traverse 16 kilometers into each other's territories without any formal documentation, PTI reported.
Singh elaborated on the initial suspension of mobile internet services, stating it was a measure taken to combat the dissemination of fake news, propaganda, and hate speech during a period of heightened tension. However, with improvements in the situation, mobile internet services are set to resume across the state starting today.
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Additionally, Singh emphasized the government's commitment to addressing concerns related to "illegal immigrants" and underscored the necessity of securing the India-Myanmar border through fencing measures.
