Imphal, May 22 -- The Public Works Department (PWD), Manipur, on Friday inaugurated the Akham Bridge, Salam Bridge and Maklang Bridge at Akham Mayai Leikai and Maklang Bazar in Imphal West district.

Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh attended the inaugural ceremony as the chief guest, while Lamshang MLA Sorokhaibam Rajen Singh presided over the function.

Speaking at the event, Chief Minister Khemchand urged people to refrain from agitation such as bandhs, blockades and violence, referring to recent protests held in different parts of the state following incidents of killings.

He said such activities severely affect the people of Manipur, particularly the state's economy and daily life. He appealed to the public to raise grievances t...