Unknown persons fire at Rath Yatra chariots in Imphal amidst security
The armed miscreants fired shots despite the presence of the Border Security Force (BSF) and state forces
New Delhi, July 6
Unidentified people opened fire at Lord Jagannath's chariot in Shree Shree Govindajee temple in Manipur's Imphal East district. However, no casualties or injuries were reported.
The armed miscreants fired shots despite the presence of the Border Security Force (BSF) and state forces.
The police stated that the attack occurred around 12.30 am however the assembling of the chariots continued.
The temple board, which is organising the Ratha Yatra, confirmed that the procession will proceed as scheduled on July 8 at 1.30 pm.
The forces have tightened security in the area following the fire incident.
Amid ongoing unrest in Manipur, the decision to organise the Ratha Yatra was taken by the board members, including Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh and Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata Singh, who serve as chairman and vice-chairman, respectively.
