Archive · 12 Jan 2026
Manipur fuel stations shut after bomb attack
In Manipur, India, fuel stations in the Imphal valley have shut down indefinitely after a bomb was thrown at a petrol pump.
No one was hurt, but the dealers are scared and want the government to protect them.
People rushed to buy fuel before the shutdown, and the price went up to Rs 160 on the black market.
The dealers want the government to pay for any future damage and ensure their safety.
The government says it is ready to talk and find a solution.
Fuel stations in Manipur's Imphal valley shut down indefinitely after a bomb attack on a BPCL petrol pump.
No casualties were reported in the bomb attack that occurred on Friday.
Panic buying led to long queues and a black market price surge to Rs 160 per litre.
The Manipur Petroleum Dealers Fraternity (MPDF) demanded enhanced security and government responsibility for future incidents.
The government expressed readiness to discuss the issue with the fraternity for an amicable solution.
- Who
- Manipur Petroleum Dealers Fraternity (MPDF) and Manipur Government
- What
- Indefinite shutdown of fuel stations after a bomb attack
- When
- Starting Saturday evening, following a Friday attack
- Where
- Imphal valley, Manipur, India
- Why
- Protest against bomb attack and demand for enhanced security
- Location
- Imphal valley, Manipur
- Incident
- Bomb attack on BPCL petrol pump
- Casualties
- None reported
- Black market price
- Rs 160 per litre
- Government response
- Ready to discuss with fraternity
- Previous incident
- December 6, 2023
