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'Iron Lady of Manipur' to end strike and get married
The National NEW DELHI // After nearly 16 years of protest against alleged brutality, Indian activist Irom Sharmila surprised many by announcing that she will end her hunger strike on August 9 and get married. The 44-year-old, who is known as the "Iron Lady of … Iron Lady of Manipur to end world's longest hunger strike Lonely in her struggle, Irom Sharmila to end fast 9 Aug: Plans to marry, contest Manipur polls Irom Sharmila to break 16-year-long fast, will contest Manipur elections |
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