Human rights activist Irom Sharmila who was on a fast for 16 years demanding repeal of Armd Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in the state is set to break her fast today.

44-year-old Sharmila was kept alive by force-feeding since 2000. Sharmila, to everyone's surprise, had made this announcement on July 26 adding that she will join active politics to continue her fight. Manipur is going to polls in 2017.

"She will be produced before a judicial magistrate tomorrow and the court will release her from judicial custody after she breaks her fast as she had announced a fortnight ago,' Iron Sharmila's brother told PTI on Monday.

Praising Irom Sharmila for her determination, the Congress on Tuesday hinted that the grand old party will welcome the iron lady of Manipur in their party, if she wishes to join the political outfit.

The BJP followed with an offer, saying it will welcome the activist if she wants to join the saffron party. BJP leader, K.H. Joykishan told ANI that Sharmila contesting elections from a BJP ticket is a decision which is to be considered by the central leadership of the party.

"The BJP welcomes everyone. if she wants to join our party we will not deny her admission. But regarding tickets we I cannot ensure as it is a decision of the Central leadership," said Joykishan.