India, Oct. 20 -- Normal life was disrupted across five valley districts of Manipur on Tuesday as markets, educational institutions and business establishments remained closed during a 48-hour statewide shutdown called to protest the killing of three Meitei civilians by suspected militants.

The shutdown, called by the Native People's Committee Manipur (NPCM), began at midnight on Monday and is scheduled to continue through Wednesday. Public transport remained off the roads, although a limited number of private vehicles were seen operating.

The shutdown affected Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Thoubal and Kakching districts, with most shops, markets, schools and business establishments remaining closed.

The protest followed Monday'...