Tag: Kuki tribe

The Indian Supreme Court denied an urgent hearing of a plea for protection of the Kuki tribe in Manipur by the Army. The plea will be heard on July 3. The government assures they're taking security measures to control the situation. Chief Minister N Biren Singh appeals to maintain peace. #ManipurViolence

A recent outbreak of ethnic violence in Manipur has left 11 dead and 14 injured. The situation has been building for weeks and there have been criticisms of the Indian Prime Minister and his ruling party. The violence stems from a campaign by the Meitei community to be recognised as a scheduled tribe, which has caused friction with other groups, including the Kuki tribe.

The Kuki tribe, a minority group in northeast India, protest ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur resulting in nearly 100 deaths and 300 injuries. They demand action from the Indian government, as Indian security forces are deployed to prevent further clashes between rival tribes. Over 37,000 people have sought refuge in temporary camps, and the Kuki community is calling it an ethnic cleansing attempt. The situation remains tense with the state under curfew and internet services suspended for a month.

The demand for a separate state by the Kuki tribe in Manipur is gaining momentum amidst ethnic violence. Meitei community is against the division of state, while Kuki tribals are calling for a separate state. The situation has caused large-scale displacement of people, further eroding trust between the communities. Ten ruling BJP MLAs belonging to Kuki tribals have demanded a separate administration while claiming the Meitei community and state government support the violence. This demand could impact the entire northeast region where 27-28% of the population is tribal.