A peaceful demonstration in Manipur's Kangpokpi district turned violent as clashes broke out between Kuki protestors and security forces. The clashes resulted in the death of a 30-year-old protester and injuries to 25 others. The protest was against Union Home Minister Amit Shah's directive to allow free movement across the state and to also oppose a peace march by a Meitei organisation. The situation escalated when protesters set fire to vehicles and blocked a major highway, leading to chaos and disruption of normal life.
One protester has been killed and 25 others injured in clashes between Kuki demonstrators and security forces in Manipur's Kangpokpi district. The clashes erupted after protesters, defying Union Home Minister Amit Shah's directive, set fire to vehicles and attempted to block a state transport bus. The deceased has been identified as Lalgouthang Singsit and the injured have been admitted to a nearby health centre for treatment. The unrest highlights the tensions between the Kuki community and the central government over the issue of free movement in the state.
A clash erupted between protesters and security personnel in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Sunday as Kuki tribes demonstrated against Union Home Minister Amit Shah's directive for free movement across the state. The tension was intensified by a peace march organised by a Meitei organisation also advocating for free movement. Police resorted to tear gas and clashes resulted in injuries as protesters burnt tyres and attempted to stop state government vehicles. However, the peace march was stopped by police at Sekmai for lacking permission.
An Inter-states bus of the Manipur state transport was attacked in Kangpokpi district on Saturday, as the state government resumed public bus services for the first time in two years. The bus was pelted with stones by a mob, leading to retaliation from security forces. The buses to the Churachandpur and Senapati districts were escorted by a large convoy of central forces in an effort to ensure the free movement of people and alleviate public inconvenience. This comes after Union Home Minister Amit Shah's direction to take strict action against those creating obstructions, as the state has been facing ethnic violence since May 2023.
Tensions have been high in Manipur's Kangpokpi district for the past week, leading to a violent attack on the office of the Superintendent of Police on Friday. Videos and images emerging from the town show armed individuals dressed in camouflage and damaged vehicles on the premises. The violence follows a confrontation between security forces and Kuki-Zo women in the district earlier in the week, which has sparked protests and demands for the removal of joint security forces stationed in the area. While the situation has been brought under control, locals estimate that 15 people from the mob were injured.
A recent operation by Indian Army, CRPF, and BSF personnel in Manipur's Kangpokpi Hills has led to tensions as women from the region protested the forces' presence. The operation was conducted to crackdown on violence and attacks in the area, but local villagers have been resisting the forces' efforts, blocking access to bunkers and even entering security posts. This incident highlights the complex relationship between security forces and local communities in the region, raising questions about the balance between maintaining peace and respecting the rights of the villagers. So, take our quiz and test your knowledge on the situation.
Former AICC chief and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi led the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra on its second day, which reached Zakhama, Nagaland, after passing through Manipur districts. During his brief halt at Kangpokpi, Rahul received memoranda from Kuki-Zo tribal leaders and was informed about the current situation, grievances, hardships, and human rights violations faced by the people. The yatra then reached Senapati district headquarters, dominated by Naga tribes, before crossing into Nagaland via Mao town.