London, May 9.
Mr. Wedgwood Benn, the Secretary for India, stated in the House of Commons to-day that he had received a telegram to the effect that in the North-West Frontier Province of India there had been no change of importance since, May 5.
In the city of Peshawar the situation, he said, was tranquil. Civil power was, however, still supported the city by the presence of troops.
The general situation in Indi he added, was well under control despite riots in various places following the arrest of Gandhi for which the Government were well prepared. The spirit of troops and police was reported to be excellent. Wireless through Reuter.
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