IMPHAL, May 18: Taking into account of likelihood of causing serious breach of peace, disturbances to public tranquillity and grave danger to human lives and properties in the areas under Imphal West, District Magistrate, Imphal West in exercise of the powers conferred under Sub-Section 2 of Section 144 CrPc has prohibited assembly of five or more persons which is likely to turn unlawful.
In an order, the DM also prohibited carrying of sticks, stones, firearms and weapons of any other description or objects which can be used as offensive weapons within the said area from 6 pm of May 18 until further orders.
However, the order will not apply to the agencies of the government involved in the enforcement of law and order and the maintenance of essential services.