ISLAMABAD: Fresh violence in Manipur's Ukhrul district in India has led to a strict security clampdown with curfew and internet suspension to restore peace, Indian media reported on Tuesday.

Fresh violence in Ukhrul district of Manipur has prompted authorities to impose a curfew and suspend internet services for five days to restore order.

The unrest began late on Monday when armed individuals allegedly set houses on fire in Litan Sareikhong village and fired rounds into the air, causing widespread panic.

Residents were forced to flee their homes, with many taking shelter in neighboring Kangpokpi district.

The Manipur government responded, citing the violence as a serious threat to public safety and peace.

To prevent the situation from escalating, a temporary internet shutdown was ordered across Ukhrul district.

The tensions have sparked widespread concern.

Ashok Swain, a prominent Indian academic, in a post on X on Tuesday stated: “Manipur burning again, curfew imposed and internet is blocked!”

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his first visit to troubled Manipur state in Sept. 2025 since more than 250 people were killed in ethnic clashes there in 2023, according to AFP.

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Curfew imposed, internet suspended in India's Manipur after fresh violence