Imphal, August 12: A mob on apprehended an auto-rickshaw driver, Muhammad Tiken from Porompat Pangal Leirak, on allegations of transporting clothes and other items for Kuki individuals in his auto-rickshaw.
The incident took place on Saturday morning.
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Subsequently, the mob set fire the auto-rickshaw that was allegedly transporting the items, which had the registration number MN01-U5-447, along with the items that were being carried in the vehicle.
The alleged incident occurred at Thangmeiband Sinam Leikai Chingkhong.
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It is reported that Muhammad Tiken was enroute to a bus parking area, transporting items reportedly belonging to a Kuki woman from Imphal when he was halted by unidentified individuals. After interrogating Muhammad Tiken, the mob reportedly decided to burn the vehicle and its contents.
The setting of the auto rickshaw was reportedly taken in consultation with FM Manohar Ali, who holds the position of president of the All Manipur Meetei Pangal Club Organisation.
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