Tensions in Manipur remain at a focal point as Kuki civil society organizations observed the third anniversary of what they term “Separation Day.” Marking three years since the onset of the ethnic conflict that reshaped the state’s demography, Kuki leadership has once again placed the demand for a separate Union Territory at the center of…
In the tribal hill districts of Manipur, large-scale protests were held on Sunday as part of a Tribal Solidarity March opposing the inclusion of the Meitei community in the Scheduled Tribes (ST) list. In Churachandpur district, the march began at Lamka Public Ground around 10 am and concluded peacefully at Tuibuang Peace Ground by 1…
Student organizations representing indigenous hill communities in Manipur, including Kuki-Zo and Hmar groups, on Sunday said tribal populations continue to face a “grave humanitarian crisis” three years after the outbreak of ethnic violence on May 3, 2023. Organizations such as the Kuki Students’ Organization, Hmar Students’ Association, Zou Sangnaupang Pawlpi, and Gangte Students’ Organization cited…
The mortal remains of two children, who were killed in a bomb attack in Manipur’s Bishnupur district in April, were handed over to family members on Saturday.The bodies of the five-year-old boy and his six-month-old sister were kept in the morgue for 25 days, as the family members had refused to accept the mortal remains,…
Joint security forces have demolished 23 illegally constructed bunkers and recovered a large cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives during separate operations carried out in conflict-affected areas of Manipur, officials said on Saturday. According to police, the operations were conducted in parts of Ukhrul district and Tengnoupal district as part of intensified security measures in…
Manipur Police has seized several vehicles allegedly involved in the illegal transportation of petroleum and diesel products towards the border town of Moreh during separate operations carried out over the last two days. Officials said the operations were conducted on April 30 and May 1 as part of intensified checking and monitoring activities on routes…
Voicing strong condemnation over recent civilians killing and demanding immediate measures to restore peace in the state, residents of Nongpok Kakching, along with representatives from different civil society organisations, staged Sit-in Protest at Nongpok Kakching on April 30.The demonstration was organised by The Bright Star Union, in collaboration with the residents of Nongren, Nongpok Kakching,…
Security forces have destroyed 23 illegally constructed bunkers and recovered a cache of arms and explosives during separate operations in Manipur’s Ukhrul district and Tengnoupal district, police said on Saturday, May 2. According to police, the bunkers were demolished on Thursday during coordinated operations in the hill villages of Mongkot Chepu, Shongphel, Mullam, Sirarakhong, and…
Manipur police confirmed the demolition of 23 illegally constructed bunkers during a sweeping operation in Ukhrul district. These fortifications were located in the hill villages of Mongkot Chepu, Shongphel, Mullam, Sirarakhong, and Ringue. The tactical move follows a surge in recurring violence in Ukhrul since February, fueled by clashes between the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki…
Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has underscored the need to maintain demographic balance and safeguard land rights and security of the State in a lawful and measured manner.“The situation unfolding in Manipur is often being portrayed as a conflict among its indigenous communities. This interpretation does not reflect the ground reality. The people…
