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IMPHAL: Union Minister of Science and Technology and Earth Sciences Dr Harsh Vardhan arrived on a two-day visit in Imphal today. Speaking exclusively to Impact News, the Union Minister Harsh Vardhan said he is in the state to inspect the Central projects undertaken by the ministry. Harsh Vardhan said he will also look at the new projects which can be taken up in Manipur. he Union Minister said as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s special focus on North East states he will look into the needs of Manipur in regards to Science and Technology. At 11:25 am, the Union Minister was given a warm welcome at the airport by a team including Science and Technology Parliamentary Secretary Amin Shah and BJP Manipur Pradesh President Th Chaoba. After his arrival, the Union Minister headed for Raj Bhavan.  Dr Harsh Vardhan inaugurated the Vigyan Sadan Building at FEEDS/KVK Campus in Hengbung, Senapati. Later in the evening at around 5:30, the Union Minister will be felicitated at the BJP Manipur Pradesh office at Nityaipat Chuthek. He will also interact with the media persons of the state. 

A day after the Centre decided to delete Section 309 of IPC that is attempt to suicide, Impact News reached out to Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam to know about the stand of govt of Manipur on it. But, Gaikhangam had no knowledge whether the state Government has supported the move or not. 18 states and 4 Union territories backed the recommendation of the Law Commission of India to remove the Section 309 of IPC. If it is removed then Manipur faces legal dilemma in handling the case of Irom Chanu Sharmila. When Impact News raised the question on what section will be imposed on Sharmila, Deputy Chief Minister was left speechless. It may be mentioned that Irom Chanu Sharmila who is on fast for the last 14 years has been charged under the same Section.