The Manipur government has instructed heads of various departments to take disciplinary action against employees who do not report for duty without authorized leave during a five-day shutdown. This shutdown, initiated by women's groups in the valley districts, is a protest against a bomb attack that resulted in the deaths of two children in Tronglaobi, Bishnupur district, on April 7. Chief Secretary Puneet Kumar Goel emphasized the importance of maintaining attendance and required all administrative secretaries to report absenteeism. Additionally, deputy commissioners have been tasked with ensuring that government offices remain operational during this period. The shutdown began on April 19 and coincides with a separate three-day shutdown called by the United Naga Council in response to the killing of two civilians in Ukhrul district. Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam has urged the protesting groups to reconsider the shutdown, citing the adverse effects on education, daily wage earners, and local businesses.