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Manipur Shuts Down on Second Day of JFD Strike Over NRC Demand
✍️ indiatodayne.in
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 07:49 PM
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The state of Manipur was shut down on Tuesday as the JFD’s strike entered its second day, demanding the inclusion of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state’s policy.
The state of Manipur was shut down on Tuesday as the JFD’s strike entered its second day, demanding the inclusion of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state’s policy.
The protest began on Monday, with workers from various sectors—transport, education, and public services—joining the strike. Public buses and trains were halted, schools and colleges were closed, and most government offices remained empty.
The JFD has called for a comprehensive review of the NRC process, arguing that it should be integrated into Manipur’s administrative framework. The state government has urged the strikers to return to work and has opened channels for dialogue.
The strike has disrupted daily life across the state, affecting commuters, students, and businesses alike. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely as the JFD continues to demand a broader role for the NRC in Manipur’s governance.
The protest began on Monday, with workers from various sectors—transport, education, and public services—joining the strike. Public buses and trains were halted, schools and colleges were closed, and most government offices remained empty.
The JFD has called for a comprehensive review of the NRC process, arguing that it should be integrated into Manipur’s administrative framework. The state government has urged the strikers to return to work and has opened channels for dialogue.
The strike has disrupted daily life across the state, affecting commuters, students, and businesses alike. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely as the JFD continues to demand a broader role for the NRC in Manipur’s governance.