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Manipur Sit-In Protests in Thoubal in Support of MP Bimol Akoijam

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Protests were reportedly held across Thoubal, Manipur, in support of MP Bimol Akoijam amid sexual harassment allegations and his JNU dismissal.

Thoubal, Manipur | October 18, 2026

Sit-in protests and rallies were reportedly held at several locations in Manipur’s Thoubal district on Sunday in support of Inner Manipur Lok Sabha MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, amid allegations of sexual harassment against him.

According to information provided about the demonstrations, protesters gathered at Thoubal Babu Keithel, Athokpam Keithel, Ningombam Luxmi Bazar and Kiyam Siphai. Participants reportedly included Meira Paibis, local residents and members of community organisations.

The demonstrators rejected the allegations against Akoijam, describing them as fabricated, and called for a fair investigation. They urged the public not to reach conclusions before the matter had been examined through the appropriate procedures.

The protests were reportedly organised by local women's groups, including AMPAL, and the Meitei Community Joint Coordinating Committee (MCJCC), in collaboration with 18 local clubs in Thoubal.

JNU Dismissal and Police Investigation

The demonstrations took place after Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) dismissed Akoijam from its services on October 9, 2026, following an inquiry by the university's Internal Committee into sexual harassment complaints. Reports also said Delhi Police registered an FIR in connection with the allegations on October 11. The investigation was ongoing in the latest reports reviewed. Indian Express | The New Indian Express

Akoijam, who represents the Inner Manipur constituency in the Lok Sabha, has rejected the allegations and questioned the handling of the proceedings, according to media reports.

The protests in Thoubal reflect support from sections of the local community for the MP and calls for due process. However, the claims made by demonstrators about the allegations being fabricated have not been independently established.

By News National Editorial Team

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