India, Nov. 29 -- Fresh tension erupted at Yaingangpokpi village in Manipur's Imphal East district on Saturday after a confrontation broke out between security forces and internally displaced persons (IDPs) who were attempting for resettlement in their abandoned villages.

Security forces tried to stop hundreds of IDPs from entering the restricted area while the latter were attempting to march for resettlement at Guwaltabi village, Kangpokpi district. A confrontation took place between the protestors and security forces, leading to a clash.

Security forces fired tear gas shells, mock bombs and used lathi charge to disperse the agitating mob. During the incident, at least 7 individuals, including one media personnel, commando personnel, t...