Churachandpur: The house of Manipur Health Minister Phungzathang Tonsing was set ablaze by the villagers here on Monday over the passing of the inner line permit system (ILPS) bill on the floor of the assembly.
The houses of MLA of Thanlon, Vungzagin Valte, and MLA of Singhat, Ginsuanhau, were also set on fire by the villagers to register their protest.
The police had to use batons and tear gas to disperse the mob. Indefinite curfew has been imposed in the area.
Groups opposed to the passing of three bills in the assembly — that seek to regulate the entry of outsiders into the state through a permit system – went on rampage around 6 pm.
The lawmakers were targetted because none of them objected to the bill and allowed it to be passed, sources said. Their houses were set on fire and the mob prevented the police and fire engines from reaching the area. The minister and the lawmakers were reported to be safe.
Churachandpur Deputy Commissioner’s vehicle was also torched during this agitation.