India, Oct. 20 -- A sit-in protest was staged on Sunday at Singjamei Chingamakha in Manipur's Imphal West, demanding justice for Dr. Asem Rita Devi, a 67-year-old retired physiotherapist who was murdered at her home in Yaiskul Chingakham Leirak on October 13.

Dr. Rita, who previously served at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), was found dead at her residence on the birthday of her only son.

The untoward incident has sparked fear and outrage among residents, especially women, raising serious concerns about the safety of women inside their own homes.

Protester A. Tuleshwori Devi said the murder has deeply shaken the community and created a growing sense of insecurity among women.

She criticised the authorities for faili...