Imphal, Sept. 3 -- The Manipur government has warned individuals and organisations against blocking or obstructing national highways and other public roads, stating that violators will face legal action.

According to a statement issued by the State Information Office, N. Ashok Kumar, Commissioner-cum-Secretary (Home), issued an order in the name of the Governor directing district authorities and law enforcement agencies to take necessary measures to ensure the free and uninterrupted movement of traffic on highways.

The order said the Government of Manipur has received reports and credible inputs regarding incidents of bandhs, blockades, road obstruction, forcible restriction of movement, and other unlawful activities on National Highways ...