Manipur’s Crisis Deepens: Troops Mobilized As Ministers’ Homes Burn

In the northeastern state of Manipur, tensions have reached a breaking point. The region has been engulfed in ethnic violence since May 2023, with deadly clashes, mass protests, and widespread displacement leaving communities on edge. The conflict has drawn national attention, prompting the Indian government to send thousands of troops to restore order. But the deeper issues fueling the unrest remain unresolved, keeping Manipur in a cycle of fear and chaos.

What’s Happening in Manipur?

Manipur has become a battleground between two communities:

The Meitei, who are the majority group living in the plains.

The Kuki, a minority group residing in the surrounding hills.

The violence began in May 2023 and has since escalated into a full-blown conflict. Over 200 people have lost their lives, and hundreds of thousands have been forced to flee their homes. The situation took another grim turn last weekend when mob violence erupted in the Jiribam district after the killing o...

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