Manipur: Repolling in 11 booths after EVMs, VVPATs destroyed in violence

In the wake of disruptions during voting, the State Election Commission on Saturday ordered repolling in 11 booths of the Inner Manipur seat. Sporadic violence, threats and intimidation marred the phase 1 Lok Sabha polls in the conflict-hit state.

Fresh voting will take place on Monday at 11 booths from 7 am to 5 pm, an order issued by the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) said.

At least four Electronic Voting Machines were damaged at different polling booths. However, the state recorded over 65 per cent voter turnout during the phase 1 Lok Sabha polls. 

Incidents of gunfire were also reported in polling stations in Manipur Valley. A bullet injury was reported after an armed person opened fire at a polling station in Khurai in Imphal East at noon. 

A bullet injury was reported after an armed person opened fire at a polling station in Khurai in Imphal East at noon. 

During phase 1, voting was held for two constituencies—Inner and Outer Manipur. Polling is scheduled in some areas of the Outer Manipur constituency in phase 2 on April 26.