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DCW CHIEF TO VISIT MANIPUR AMIDST VIOLENCE

Swati Maliwal to meet Women Victims of Manipur Violence

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The Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chief, Swati Maliwal, will be visiting Manipur on Monday, amidst the state's recent violence.

Maliwal had planned to visit Manipur to meet with women who have been victims of violence. However, the state government has asked her to postpone her visit, citing security concerns.


The Manipur government has said that the law and order situation in the state is "not good" and that Maliwal's visit could "provoke" more violence.She has rejected the government's request, saying that she is going to Manipur as an activist and not as a politician. She said that she is not afraid of the violence and that she will not allow the government to stop her from meeting with the women who have been affected by it.


The Manipur government has said that it will not prevent Maliwal from visiting the state, but it has asked her to reconsider her decision.She has said that she is determined to meet with the women who have been affected by the violence and to help them get justice. She said that she will not be deterred by the government's request.Maliwal's visit to Manipur is likely to be met with protests. However, she has said that she is prepared for any challenges that she may face.


The situation in Manipur has been tense since June, when a group of women were attacked by a mob in the town of Imphal. The women were protesting against the killing of a Manipuri man by the security forces.The attack on the women sparked widespread protests in Manipur. The state government has imposed a curfew in some areas and has deployed security forces to try to control the violence.


Maliwal's visit to Manipur is a sign of her commitment to helping women who have been victims of violence. She is a strong advocate for women's rights and is known for her work in fighting against gender-based violence.It remains to be seen whether Maliwal will be able to meet with the women she intends to meet with. However, her decision to go to Manipur amidst the violence is a testament to her courage and determination.



The violence began in June, when a group of women were attacked by a mob in the town of Imphal. The women were protesting against the killing of a Manipuri man by the security forces. The attack on the women sparked widespread protests in Manipur. The state government has imposed a curfew in some areas and has deployed security forces to try to control the violence.The violence has left at least 10 people dead and dozens injured.The Manipur government has blamed the violence on rival tribal groups.The Indian government has said that it is committed to restoring peace and order in Manipur.