IMPHAL : The Government of Manipur has directed all employees to remain present at their workplaces amid a shutdown call beginning April 20 in connection with the Tronglaobi incident, warning of strict action against those who fail to comply.

In an urgent directive issued by the Office of the Chief Secretary, all Administrative Secretaries and Heads of Departments have been instructed to ensure attendance across offices, including subordinate establishments, despite disruptions caused by the bandh called by various groups.

The order further tasks Deputy Commissioners in all districts with ensuring the smooth functioning of government offices and closely monitoring employee attendance. Officials have also been asked to submit attendance reports to the concerned departments.

The government has made it clear that departmental proceedings will be initiated against employees found absent without authorised leave.

The shutdown has been called by a Joint Action Committee, Meira Paibis, and several civil society organisations demanding justice in the Tronglaobi incident, which has triggered protests across parts of the state.