SC Orders CBI Probe Into 62 Encounter Killings in Manipur

SC had earlier refused to exempt Army personnel in AFSPA enforced areas from being named in FIRs for encounters.

Women hold placards during a protest against the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA). (Photo: Reuters)

• In a major decision, the Supreme Court has ordered a CBI probe into 62 encounter killings in Manipur, carried out by police or Army personnel, reported ANI.
• In an earlier order, the SC had refused to exempt Army personnel in AFSPA enforced areas from being named in FIRs for encounter killings.
• The CBI director has been asked to set up a Special Investigation Team (SIT) and the team will have to submit investigation compliance report by January 2018.

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