Transgender activist Malem Thongam persists in her hunger strike for the 15th consecutive day, advocating for the restoration of peace in Manipur.
On Friday, her demonstration reached the bustling Khwairamband Bazar in the heart of Imphal City, drawing attention to her cause.
Accompanied by women vendors of Ima Keithel in a show of solidarity, Malem’s presence at the bazaar garnered significant support.
However, her protest was short-lived as police intervened, leading to her removal and subsequent transfer to JNIMS Hospital for medical attention.
Initiating her hunger strike in New Delhi on February 22, Malem Thongam has since taken her protest to various parts of Imphal, amplifying her message for peace and stability in the region.
Expressing concern over the uncertain future faced by Manipuri youths amid ongoing unrest, Malem urged the government to take decisive action to restore tranquillity.
Undeterred by recent arrests by the Imphal police, Malem remains resolute in her mission.
Despite being detained on Saturday during a protest in Khurai, she was released on bail on Monday, promptly resuming her protest in different locations across the city.
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