Armed clash erupted between security forces and local armed groups in Manipur's Tengnoupal district. The firing is still on and no casualties have been reported so far.

The signboard honouring the legendary seven-time boxing world champion, Mary Kom, was taken down by the Meitei, members of the Eroisemba club, while security forces watched

The ground for these riots was set by increasing, seemingly concerted attempts both by the state government and valley-based civil society organisations