The 24-hour general strike in Imphal Valley, Manipur, caused a standstill, with markets, schools, and public transport closed. The article discusses the demands made and the urgent need to address ethnic violence.
Union Minister R.K. Ranjan Singh's house in Imphal was torched for the second time in recent weeks by miscreants. He expressed shock and called for peace, but violence continues with recent protests claiming nine lives.
Violent clashes in Manipur have escalated, resulting in the torching of a federal minister’s house. Resentment is driven by economic benefits and quotas for government jobs and education reserved for the Kuki ethnic group. 83 deaths and 60,000 displace residents have already occurred since May.
Fifteen organizations in Manipur appeal to international agencies, including UN, to end the ethnic violence and seek prompt action against human rights violations. They've highlighted issues like poverty, militarization, and the involvement of foreign mercenaries.
Union Minister R.K. Ranjan Singh's house in Imphal was torched for the second time in recent weeks by miscreants. He expressed shock and called for peace, but violence continues with recent protests claiming nine lives.
Despite efforts to restore peace, ethnic tensions continue to plague Manipur. The Meiteis and Kukis mistrust each other & the govt., hindering progress. A comprehensive approach is needed.
Violent clashes in Manipur have escalated, resulting in the torching of a federal minister’s house. Resentment is driven by economic benefits and quotas for government jobs and education reserved for the Kuki ethnic group. 83 deaths and 60,000 displace residents have already occurred since May.
The Kuki tribals in Manipur claim that the ongoing violence is an ethnic cleansing campaign by the Meiteis, demanding for a separate administration. The KIM has accused Meitei Leepun chief Pramot Singh of planned genocide and calls for his arrest, hoping for a total separation from Manipur. Despite their appeal, both state and central governments have rejected their demand.