Students from Manipur Flee Border States Amid India-Pak Tensions, Seek Shelter in Delhi

Imphal, May 10: Amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions, students from Manipur studying in border states like Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Chandigarh have taken refuge at the RPI Athawale office in Safdarjung, Delhi.

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In a video statement, RPI(A) Manipur State Delhi Youth Wing President Borish revealed that, under the initiative of RPI(A) National Secretary Maheshwar Thounaojam, a dedicated helpline was launched. So far, around 50 students have sought assistance — with male students sheltering at the party office and female students accommodated in PG lodgings.

Efforts are ongoing to support others still en route to Delhi.

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It is worth noting that the Airports Authority of India (AAI), in coordination with relevant aviation authorities, has announced a temporary suspension of civil flight operations at 32 airports across northern and western India. The suspension, effective from May 9 to May 14, 2025, has been implemented for operational reasons, as detailed in a series of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs).

List of Affected Airports:
Adhampur, Ambala, Amritsar, Awantipur, Bathinda, Bhuj, Bikaner, Chandigarh, Halwara, Hindon, Jaisalmer, Jammu, Jamnagar, Jodhpur, Kandla, Kangra (Gaggal), Keshod, Kishangarh, Kullu Manali (Bhuntar), Leh, Ludhiana, Mundra, Naliya, Pathankot, Patiala, Porbandar, Rajkot (Hirasar), Sarsawa, Shimla, Srinagar, Thoise, and Uttarlai.