Imphal, June 13 -- To enhance flight safety and prevent pilot distraction, the Manipur government has announced an immediate ban on the use of laser lights, including laser pointers and laser shows, within a 10 km radius of Imphal Airport.

The decision to enforce this ban reportedly originated from a recent meeting of the Airfield Environment Management Committee of Imphal International Airport.

A statement issued by Mayanglambam Rajkumar Singh, the Deputy Commissioner of Imphal West district, confirmed the new regulation.

The ban applies to several key locations, including Mongsangei, Sangaiprou, Ningombam, Malom Tuliyaima, Malom Tulihal, Meitram, Langthabal Lep, Ghari, Taobungkhok, Yarou Bamdiar, and Kodompokpi. The directive comes i...