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All schools, colleges to remain closed in Manipur till May 7 due to bad weather

Due to intense rain, all educational institutions in Manipur will remain closed on Monday (6th May) and Tuesday (7th May), said Chief Minister N Biren

Manipur Schools will remain closed till tomorrow, May 7 due to prevailing bad weather conditions. The state is witnessing heavy rains and hailstorms. Due to the widespread destruction caused across households and keeping in mind the safety, the schools are closed today and tomorrow, Education News - Times Now

Due to intense rain, all educational institutions in Manipur will remain closed on Monday (6th May) and Tuesday (7th May), said Chief Minister N Biren Singh.

The School on Wheels is to ensure that children in relief camps receive uninterrupted education, says Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey.

Manipur's southern regions witnessed the devastating impact of lightning strikes, claiming the life of a 45-year-old farmer and leaving others severely injured.

What is unique about this Operation Dudhi is that 72 terrorists were neutralised, 13 were apprehended and a total of 118 weapons (largely AK-47 series) were seized in May 1991, a release stated.

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh mentioned that the Centre has released Rs 6.9 Crore to assist the state, with more funds likely to come. Speaking to media persons, he said, “We are assessing the total damage, including to houses, livestock, and agriculture. We will provide compensation.”

In a significant operation conducted by joint forces of the state and centre, two abandoned camps harboring a cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives were discovered in Manipur's Bishnupur district.

Imphal, May 6 (IANS) A total of 15,425 houses, other properties, and many vehicles have been severely damaged due to the heavy rains, accompanied by gusty winds and hailstorms, in Manipur on Sunday, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said on Monday.