In a significant judgment that could set a precedent in favour of democratic protesters across the county, the court of Sessions Judge, Manipur East today dismissed the charge that human rights activist Irom Chanu Sharmila, who has been on a fast for the last 14 years to demand repeal of the controversial Armed Forces Special Powers Act, is attempting to commit suicide and ordered the Government of Manipur to release her from custody, if not required in any other case Source Hueiyen News Service
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