Imphal’s Bir Tikendrajit International Airport was shut down on Sunday evening after two unidentified drones were detected in its airspace. The drones were spotted around 2.30 pm, following which all flight operations were suspended, India Today reported.
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), which is responsible for the security of the airport, has launched a search operation to locate the drones. The Indian Air Force has also been informed about the incident.
The reason for the presence of the drones is still unclear. However, the incident has raised concerns about security at the airport.
Security at Imphal airport has been heightened following the sighting of two unidentified flying objects. Two flights were diverted and three others were delayed.
The incident came shortly after the Manipur government extended the ban on internet services for another five days until November 23, citing the state’s deteriorating peace and order situation.
Since May this year, violence has shadowed the scenic landscapes of Manipur, a northeastern state in India, following a ‘Tribal Solidarity March’.
The protest was orchestrated by denizens from the hill districts against the Meitei community’s request for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.
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