On Thursday, PM Narendra Modi said, “The incident of Manipur has put 140 crore Indians to shame. I want to assure the people of India that the accused will not be spared”.
Furthermore, the PM added, “I assure the people that the guilty will not be spared, and the law will act with its full will. What has happened to the daughters of Manipur can’t be forgiven.”
PM Modi Manipur Incident
PM Narendra Modi says, “My heart is filled with pain and anger. The incident from Manipur that has come before us is shameful for any civilized society. I urge all the CMs to further strengthen law & order in their states – especially for the security of women and take the strongest measures. Be it any incident in Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh of Manipur, or any corner of the country – rise above politics…”
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "…I assure the nation, no guilty will be spared. Law will take its course with all its might. What happened with the daughters of Manipur can never be forgiven." pic.twitter.com/HhVf220iKV
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2023
This was the first time PM Modi spoke about the situation in Manipur after violence between the Meiteis and Kukis in the North Eastern state on May 3.
The incident happened two months ago; visuals of two Kuki women in Manipur’s Thoubal district being paraded naked went viral on July 19.
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