Here is a concise summary of the incident and related details:
### Incident in Churachandpur, Manipur:
- **Date**: Saturday, [specific date not provided in the prompt]
- **Location**: Khumujamba, a Meitei village in Churachandpur district, Manipur.
- **Event**: Over 24 people were detained for attempting to forcibly occupy a flattened residential area.
- **Background**: Khumujamba has been disputed and vacant since last year after all houses were bulldozed by miscreants.
### Police Actions:
- **Detention**: 24 individuals were detained and later released after signing personal recognizance (PR) bonds.
- **Condition of Release**: As per the CrPC, they must attend court or visit the police station when summoned, failing which action would be taken.
- **Security Measures**: A static police team is stationed at Khumujamba to prevent illegal activities and encroachment as per Supreme Court guidelines.
### Official Statements:
- **Manipur Police**: Confirmed the clearing of the area and the detention of 24 people, who were later released on PR bonds. The area remains vacant, and the police are ensuring security to prevent further incidents.
- **Supreme Court Order**: The state government is required to protect the properties of internally displaced people and religious buildings.
### Context of Ethnic Violence:
- **Ethnic Conflict**: Began in May of the previous year between the Meiteis and the hill-dominant Kuki-Zo tribes, resulting in significant property destruction in Imphal Valley and hill areas.
- **Current Situation**: The Meiteis are residing in the valley while the Kuki-Zo tribes are in the hills, avoiding each other's dominant areas.
### Supreme Court Involvement:
- **May 24, 2023 Ruling**: The Supreme Court declined to entertain a petition seeking contempt action against the Manipur Chief Secretary for allegedly not protecting the properties of internally displaced people, stating the need to act according to law rather than sentiments.
This summary highlights the key points of the incident, the police response, and the broader context of ethnic violence and legal oversight in Manipur.
