Imphal, 01 October 2016 ( Evening News ) : United Committee Manipur-UCM today questioned the Manipur govt about its policy on NSCN-IM. The UCM today performed the last day of Langban tarpan at  Kekrupat. Speaking to media on the occasion, UCM President Elangbam Johnson termed the recent incident at Senapati as unfortunate. He said the people's agitation against the arrest of 3 cadres of NSCN-IM by Assam Rifles and their subsequent release was unfortunate. Elangbam Johnson demanded the govt  to clarify the matter.

He also said the UCM will fight any threat against the integrity of Manipur. He also alleged the three cadres of the NSCN-IM arrested by the Assam rifles were involved in looting of vehicles on the National Highways. He said the govt must clarify why those arrested in the hills are released while actions are taken against those arrested in the valley without giving any reason. He expressed concern at the different treatment.