Churachandpur, April 22 -- A 13-hour total shutdown was observed across Churachandpur district in Manipur on Wednesday in connection with demands for justice in the death of BJP MLA Vungzagin Valte. Officials said no untoward incident was reported during the shutdown.

The shutdown, called by Zomi groups with support from Kuki civil society organisations and Hmar groups, began at 5 AM and is scheduled to conclude at 6 PM. Shops, commercial establishments, educational institutions, offices, and public transport remained closed during the period. Roads, including Tipaimukh Road and Guite Road, saw no traffic movement.

A representative of the Zomi Coordination Committee said the shutdown was aimed at seeking justice for the MLA. "The ongoin...