Manipur Police have officially debunked widespread rumors on social media about an alleged arson incident near the IG Assam Rifles (South) headquarters in Mantripukhri. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the police stated, “This is wrong information. No such incident of arson near IG AR (South) happened on 16th August 2024.”
The police’s clarification was issued in response to a viral Facebook post, which claimed that a house belonging to Mr. Ringo, the ADC Chairman of Chandel district, had been set on fire around 2:40 PM on August 16. According to the post, the property, previously owned by a Kuki family, was deliberately targeted by unidentified arsonists. The post also mentioned that three individuals on Royal Enfield motorcycles were allegedly seen near the site and were suspected of being involved.
Manipur Police have urged the public to avoid sharing unverified information that could escalate tensions in the region. They emphasized their ongoing commitment to maintaining peace and security, encouraging citizens to rely on official channels for accurate updates.