Irom Chanu Sharmila who has been undergoing fast-unto-death protest for over 15 years demanding repeal of Arms Force Special Power Act 1958, was produced to the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate Imphal west A. Nouteneshori at 1:50 pm. She was again remanded in judicial custody until the next hearing, which is scheduled on December 19.
Speaking to media persons at court complex Sharmila appealed the people to come out for a mass protest to support her movement for repeal of AFSPA.
She further added that today’s hearing is to record her statement but said that she is happy to give answer the question by the counsel as it was a chance to prove that she is not trying to commit suicide but a democratic protest for repeal of the draconian Act.