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May 14, 2012 ·
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Far from being a short-term protest however, Chanu's fast has lasted over a decade with doctors force-feeding her through nasal drips for most of that time.
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Woman on hunger strike for 12 years
By T.K. RandallMay 14, 2012 ·
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Image Credit: CC 2.0 Marcos André
Irom Sharmila Chanu has refused to eat or drink anything whatsoever since the year 2000.
Chanu, also known as the 'Iron Lady of Manipur' went on a hunger strike to protest the gunning down of 10 civilians at a bus stop by military soldiers. "My fast is on behalf of the people of Manipur," she said. "This is not a personal battle, it is symbolic. It is a symbol of truth, love and peace."Far from being a short-term protest however, Chanu's fast has lasted over a decade with doctors force-feeding her through nasal drips for most of that time.
An ordinary Indian woman has been on hunger strike for the last 12—repeat 12—years in an effort to have the Government of India withdraw the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) from Manipur and other parts of India.
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