Manipur's Irom Sharmila breaks 16-year fast: story in 6 points

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Irom Sharmila breaks down while ending her fast.

» Human rights activist Irom Chanu Sharmila ended her fast on Tuesday after 16 years.

» She was on fast seeking repeal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) from Manipur.

» "I'm not a goddess, but an ordinary human being. Will continue fight against AFSPA," she said after breaking fast.

Read full story: Tearful Irom Sharmila ends 16-year-long fast, says she wants to become Manipur CM

» The 44-year-old woman revealed her wish to become Manipur's CM.

» She started her fast 16 years ago after 10 civilians were killed by Indian soldiers in Manipur.

» Arrested for attempt to suicide, she spent most of the last 16 years in judicial custody in a hospital in Imphal