After meeting Amit Shah, Manipur CM Biren Singh says will reach out to Kukis
1 year, 6 months ago

After meeting Amit Shah, Manipur CM Biren Singh says will reach out to Kukis

The Hindu  

Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said on June 25 that the Kuki community was among his own and fresh round of dialogue will be initiated with all stakeholders in the violence-hit State. Mr. Singh was in Delhi to meet Home Minister Amit Shah where he briefed him “about the evolving situation on the ground in Manipur.” At least 131 people have been killed since ethnic violence between the tribal Kuki and Meitei communities erupted in the State on May 3 displacing 60,000 people. The home minister advised us to work as a team and bring peace to the State,” Mr. Singh said. Under Amit Shah Ji's close supervision, the State and Central Govt have been able to control the violence to a great extent in the past… pic.twitter.com/Rz4qToLDni — N.Biren Singh June 25, 2023 Mr. Singh tweeted that under Mr. Shah’s close supervision, the State and Central Government have been able to control the violence to a great extent in the past week.

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Manipur governor urges DGP to prioritise safety, central forces to fully cooperate
4 days, 19 hours ago

Manipur governor urges DGP to prioritise safety, central forces to fully cooperate

Hindustan Times  

IMPHAL: Prioritise the “safety and security of the people,” and ensure the army and paramilitary forces “extend their fullest cooperation” in maintaining law and order in the state, Manipur governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla directed the director general of police on Sunday. Manipur governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla chairs a meeting to review the state's law and order situation at Raj Bhavan, …

Manipur: Kukis attack police in Kangpokpi, demand removal of central forces
5 days, 3 hours ago

Manipur: Kukis attack police in Kangpokpi, demand removal of central forces

Op India  

On Friday, a Kuki mob attacked the police in Saibol village in Kangpokpi district of Manipur. Reportedly, the Kuki-backed Committee on Tribal Unity had announced a ‘total shutdown’ in the region against the deployment of central forces. #𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗽𝗼𝗸𝗽𝗶, 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗽𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗻 𝟯𝗿𝗱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗘𝗗‼️#KukiZo mob have stormed and are attacking the SP office in #Kangpokpi right …

Manipur CM slams Congress for blaming PM Modi over violence, says state suffering due to past sins of Congress
1 week, 1 day ago

Manipur CM slams Congress for blaming PM Modi over violence, says state suffering due to past sins of Congress

Op India  

On Wednesday, 1st January, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh slammed Congress leader Jairam Ramesh for accusing the BJP and PM Modi of the unrest in the state of Manipur. He also highlighted that the former Home Minister had signed the SoO Agreement with Myanmar-based militants and facilitated repeated settlement of Burmese refugees in the state of Manipur. “Everyone, including …

Manipur CM Biren Singh fires back at Jairam Ramesh – ‘because of the past sins of Congress’
1 week, 1 day ago

Manipur CM Biren Singh fires back at Jairam Ramesh – ‘because of the past sins of Congress’

Live Mint  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh hit back at Congress leader Jairam Ramesh for criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not visiting Manipur. "Everyone, including yourself, is aware that Manipur is in turmoil today because of the past sins committed by the Congress, such as the repeated settlement of Burmese refugees in Manipur and the signing of the SoO Agreement …

Biren Singh's 'past sins' barb after Congress asks 'why PM can't visit Manipur'
1 week, 1 day ago

Biren Singh's 'past sins' barb after Congress asks 'why PM can't visit Manipur'

India Today  

A war of words erupted between the Congress and Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh over his apology to the people of the northeastern state for the ongoing ethnic violence that has killed more than 200 people and left thousands homeless since it erupted in May 2023. In response to Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "refusal" …

Manipur CM apologises to public, regrets for ethnic violence
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1 week, 1 day ago

Manipur CM apologises to public, regrets for ethnic violence

Deccan Chronicle  

Guwahati: Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh on Tuesday apologised to the people of the state and expressed “regret” for the ethnic violence that has rocked the state ever since May 2023. I apologise.” In his New Year’s message, the chief minister, asking all 35 tribes in Manipur to live together in harmony, said: “I want to appeal to all …

On Manipur violence, CM Biren Singh says ‘feel regret, want to say sorry to people of state’
1 week, 1 day ago

On Manipur violence, CM Biren Singh says ‘feel regret, want to say sorry to people of state’

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh apologised to the people of the state and expressed “regret” for ethnic violence that has rocked the state since May 2023. Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh pays tribute to the departed women freedom fighters at the Nupee Lal Memorial complex on Nupee Lal Numit 2024, in Imphal West. Manipur conflict Ethnic violence between …

CM Biren Singh Apologises For Manipur Violence: 'Sorry For What's Happening Since May 3'
1 week, 1 day ago

CM Biren Singh Apologises For Manipur Violence: 'Sorry For What's Happening Since May 3'

ABP News  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on December 31 issued an apology to the people of the state amid the ongoing violence, which continues to claim lives since it began last year in May. I want to say sorry to the people of the state for what's happening till today since last May 3. Many people lost their loved ones.… …

Manipur violence: CM Biren Singh apologises to people, promises normalcy on New Year's Eve
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1 week, 2 days ago

Manipur violence: CM Biren Singh apologises to people, promises normalcy on New Year's Eve

India TV News  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday said sorry for the development in the state last year. I would like to apologise.Now, I hope after seeing the last 3-4 months' progress towards peace, I hope that with the New Year 2025, normalcy and peace will be restored in the state. 200 died, 12,247 FIRs registered: CM Singh Furthermore, he …

Chief Minister Biren Singh apologises for Manipur violence: Forgive and forget
1 week, 2 days ago

Chief Minister Biren Singh apologises for Manipur violence: Forgive and forget

India Today  

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday apologised to the people of the state for the ethnic violence that has been occurring since May 2023, and appealed to all sections to "forgive and forget" the past. "Peace is being restored in Manipur, and the only solution lies in discussion and dialogue, which the Central government has already initiated," Biren …

Manipur CM N Biren Singh Hits Out At 'Kuki Militants' For Fresh Attacks In Imphal
1 week, 5 days ago

Manipur CM N Biren Singh Hits Out At 'Kuki Militants' For Fresh Attacks In Imphal

ABP News  

Manipur violence: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has lashed out at "Kuki militants" for the fresh spate of firing and bombing in Imphal East on Friday, in which at least two persons, including a policeman, were injured. In an X post, N Biren Singh "strongly condemned" the "indiscriminate firing by Kuki militants" in Imphal East, which injured civilians and …

Newly trained Meitei, Kuki personnel in Manipur police to be posted together: CM
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Newly trained Meitei, Kuki personnel in Manipur police to be posted together: CM

Hindustan Times  

GUWAHATI: Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Monday said nearly 2,000 police recruits including those from the Kuki and Meitei communities of the strife-torn state who passed out from an academy in Assam will be posted together. Biren Singh thanked his Assam counterpart Himanta Biswa Sarma for imparting basic training to the 2,000-odd persons A total of 1,984 Manipur …

Manipur CM urges people to support peace efforts
3 weeks ago

Manipur CM urges people to support peace efforts

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh on Wednesday urged the people of Senapati to support efforts to restore peace and normalcy in the state while acknowledging misunderstandings and unrest that have led to loss of lives and property. Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh during the inauguration of the RobvenaNi 2024 celebrations at Punanamei village in Senapati district on Wednesday. …

Manipur Congress accuses Amit Shah, Biren Singh of contradicting each other
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Manipur Congress accuses Amit Shah, Biren Singh of contradicting each other

Hindustan Times  

The Manipur Congress on Tuesday accused Union home minister Amit Shah and chief minister N. Biren Singh of failing to present a unified stance on the violence in the state and said that their contradictions have led to confusion and stalled efforts to restore peace. Addressing a press conference in Imphal on Tuesday, state Congress chief Keisham Meghachandra said, “Amit …

At Delhi sit-in, Kuki-Zo MLAs question govt’s silence over Manipur
4 weeks, 1 day ago

At Delhi sit-in, Kuki-Zo MLAs question govt’s silence over Manipur

Hindustan Times  

Seven Manipur MLAs, all from the Kuki-Zo community, held a “silent protest” at the Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Tuesday against the central government for not taking urgent “steps to prevent loss of life and property”, and reiterated their demand for a separate administration for their community. A total of 10 Kuki-Zo MLAs, including two ministers from CM Singh’s …

​Ending the tragedy: On the Manipur crisis, a solution
1 month, 2 weeks ago

​Ending the tragedy: On the Manipur crisis, a solution

The Hindu  

The adage “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results” holds true for Manipur. The initial clashes resulted in scores of deaths, and, since then, parts of the State, many of which are under the effective control of security forces, have witnessed sporadic but intense incidents of violence. Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh …

‘CM for both Meiteis, Kukis’: Biren digs in amid clamour
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘CM for both Meiteis, Kukis’: Biren digs in amid clamour

Hindustan Times  

Embattled Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh said on Thursday that he was the leader and protector of all communities in the state, except illegal immigrants and drug peddlers, swatting away suggestions that he should step down in light of the recent spike in violence because he had lost the trust of key groups and allies. Manipur chief minister N …

DC Edit | Biren’s continuance as Manipur CM untenable
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

DC Edit | Biren’s continuance as Manipur CM untenable

Deccan Chronicle  

The rebellion within the BJP and the NDA in Manipur after the passage of a resolution at the meeting of the ruling front’s legislators this week points to increasing alienation of chief minister N. Birendra Singh among his own folks and the untenability of his continuance in office. Such a resolution militates against the very idea of democratic governance and …

Killers of 6 people to be brought to justice soon: Manipur CM
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Killers of 6 people to be brought to justice soon: Manipur CM

Deccan Chronicle  

Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed grief over the killing of six people by suspected Kuki militants last week and asserted that his government would not rest until the culprits are brought to justice. Singh, in a video message shared on X on Wednesday night, said, "Today, I stand here with profound sadness and anger to condemn the …

Congress demands home minister Amit Shah’s resignation over Manipur violence
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Congress demands home minister Amit Shah’s resignation over Manipur violence

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Congress party on Monday demanded the resignations of Union home minister Amit Shah and Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh over the continuing violence in the northeastern state that has been torn apart in ethnic clashes since May last year and asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the state and call an all-party meeting ahead of …

Shah to chair meeting on worsening situation in Manipur; CM to meet BJP MLAs
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shah to chair meeting on worsening situation in Manipur; CM to meet BJP MLAs

Hindustan Times  

Union home minister Amit Shah was on Monday due to chair a meeting on the worsening situation in Manipur a day after he cancelled his Maharashtra poll rallies and returned to Delhi even as chief minister Biren Singh was scheduled to meet Bharatiya Janata Party lawmakers at 6pm amid reports of brewing dissent within the ruling party. The National People’s …

Manipur crisis: What does NPP's withdrawal of support mean for Biren Singh govt | Explained
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Manipur crisis: What does NPP's withdrawal of support mean for Biren Singh govt | Explained

India TV News  

In a significant turn of events, the National People’s Party on Sunday announced that it has pulled its support backing to the ruling BJP government in Manipur due to the ongoing ethnic tensions within the state and ineffective handling of the issues by the government to restore peace. It may, however, be a blow to Chief Minister N. Biren Singh …

Fresh attacks, arson as Manipur remains tense
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Fresh attacks, arson as Manipur remains tense

Hindustan Times  

A tense Sunday unfolded for Manipur as more rioting and arson was reported, including targeting of the homes of several legislators and demonstrations despite curfew, even as the bodies of two victims from a family that has lost six members to attacks from militants were found with gory injuries, a discovery that could further inflame the ethnic conflict. The ripples …

Explained: Will Biren Singh-led BJP govt in Manipur collapse as NPP withdraws support?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Explained: Will Biren Singh-led BJP govt in Manipur collapse as NPP withdraws support?

Live Mint  

In a significant political development, the National People’s Party, led by Conrad Sangma, has announced its decision to withdraw support from the BJP-led government in Manipur over deteriorating law and order situation. The NPP holds seven seats in the 60-member legislative assembly, but the move is unlikely to destabilize the government, as the BJP maintains a clear majority with 32 …

NPP pulls out of Manipur govt alleging failure to restore normalcy in state
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NPP pulls out of Manipur govt alleging failure to restore normalcy in state

Hindustan Times  

IMPHAL: The National People’s Party has withdrawn its support to the Bharatiya Janata Party -led Manipur government under chief minister N Biren Singh, accusing them of failing to resolve the ongoing crisis in the state. NPP national president and Meghalaya chief minister Conrad K. Sangma Follow- Manipur News Live In a letter addressed to BJP resident Jagat Prakash Nadda on …

Conrad Sangma’s NPP withdraws support from BJP-led Manipur govt as violence grows: ‘Completely failed’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Conrad Sangma’s NPP withdraws support from BJP-led Manipur govt as violence grows: ‘Completely failed’

Live Mint  

The Conrad Sangma-led NPP withdrew its support from the Manipur coalition government on Sunday amid continued violence in the state. A missive addressed to BJP chief JP Nadda conveyed “deep concern” over the law and order situation in Manipur and lambasted the Biren Singh government for failing to resolve the crisis. “We strongly feel that the Manipur State Government under …

Manipur Violence News: Amit Shah cancels Maharashtra Election rally to return to Delhi amid rising tensions
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Manipur Violence News: Amit Shah cancels Maharashtra Election rally to return to Delhi amid rising tensions

Live Mint  

Manipur Violence News: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has cancelled his scheduled election rallies in Maharashtra and returned to Delhi as tensions escalate in the northeastern state of Manipur. Manipur Violence News: Amit Shah’s Return to Delhi for Emergency Review of Situation Amit Shah, who was in Maharashtra to campaign for the state Assembly elections, is now expected to hold …

'Completely failed to resolve crisis': NPP withdraws support to Biren Singh-led government in Manipur
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Completely failed to resolve crisis': NPP withdraws support to Biren Singh-led government in Manipur

New Indian Express  

In a letter addressed to BJP president JP Nadda, NPP chief and Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma came down heavily on Chief Minister N Biren Singh led NDA government in Manipur for "failing to resolve the crisis." Keeping the current situation in mind, the National People's Party has decided to withdraw its support to Biren Singh led Government in …

Submit tapes on Manipur CM Biren Singh’s ‘role’ in riots, Supreme Court tells Kuki group
2 months ago

Submit tapes on Manipur CM Biren Singh’s ‘role’ in riots, Supreme Court tells Kuki group

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday ordered a Kuki organisation, represented by advocate Prashant Bhushan, to produce audio tapes to substantiate its claim that Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh was instrumental in inciting and organising violence in the northeastern State which led to the loss of many lives. The organisation, Kuki Organisation for Human Trust, alleged in court that it …

Top officials in Manipur dispute CMO’s claim of ‘over 900 Kuki militants’ entering from Myanmar
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Top officials in Manipur dispute CMO’s claim of ‘over 900 Kuki militants’ entering from Myanmar

Hindustan Times  

Manipur's security advisor Kuldiep Singh and director general of police Rajiv Singh released a joint statement on Wednesday evening disputing the chief minister's office claim of “over 900 Kuki militants” entering the state from Myanmar, saying that it “could not be sustained on the ground”, The Indian Express reported. Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh On September 17, an intelligence …

‘Peace talks on with both Manipur groups’: Amit Shah
3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Peace talks on with both Manipur groups’: Amit Shah

Hindustan Times  

Union home minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said the government is talking to both the Meitei and Kuki communities in strife-torn Manipur to restore normalcy and has begun fencing the country’s border with Myanmar to check infiltration. Barring three days of violence last week, the overall situation in Manipur has been calm and the government has been working to restore …

MHA in talks with Kuki, Meitei groups to find lasting solution in Manipur: Amit Shah
3 months, 3 weeks ago

MHA in talks with Kuki, Meitei groups to find lasting solution in Manipur: Amit Shah

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that the central government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has worked out a roadmap to bring lasting peace to Manipur and has been working in this direction. Amit Shah who was addressing a press conference to share details of the achievements of the Modi government 3.0 in …

Bomb blast at Manipur Minister’s house, Internet ban extended
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bomb blast at Manipur Minister’s house, Internet ban extended

The Hindu  

A bomb exploded at the house of Manipur’s Transport Minister Khashim Vashum in Ukhrul town, about 80 km northeast of the State’s capital Imphal, on Saturday night. On Sunday, the Manipur government extended the suspension of Internet and mobile data services, including Very Small Aperture Terminal and virtual private network services, in these three districts and the two others – …

Manipur: CM demands handover of unified command
4 months ago

Manipur: CM demands handover of unified command

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh and several MLAs from the ruling party have made a push for the security apparatus to be brought under the state government’s control amid escalating violence in a region torn apart by ethnic strife for over 16 months now. At least 27 MLAs who attended two meetings with Manipur chief minister Biren Singh on …

Manipur CM demands handover of unified command amid escalated violence
4 months ago

Manipur CM demands handover of unified command amid escalated violence

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh, along with the ruling party MLAs, including his Cabinet colleagues and the Assembly Speaker, submitted a memorandum to Governor Laxman Prasad Acharya on Sunday, demanding that the unified command of the state government be handed over to the chief minister. A press statement issued from the Raj Bhavan Secretariat mentioned that CM N. Biren …

Manipur violence: One killed in suspected rocket attack in Manipur on former CM’s residence
4 months ago

Manipur violence: One killed in suspected rocket attack in Manipur on former CM’s residence

The Hindu  

GUWAHATI A 70-year-old man was killed and five others were injured when a “rocket” fell on the house of late Mairembam Koireng Singh, Manipur’s first Chief Minister, in Bishnupur district on Friday. Spate of attacks A neighbour of the former Chief Minister, who died in 1994, said the “rocket” landed near where the victims were erecting a structure for an …

Manipur violence: BJP leader’s house torched in fresh unrest in Manipur
4 months, 1 week ago

Manipur violence: BJP leader’s house torched in fresh unrest in Manipur

The Hindu  

GUWAHATI Unidentified attackers torched the house of a Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson in ethnic conflict-scarred Manipur on Saturday during protest rallies taken out by Kuki-Zo tribal people demanding a separate administration. Moreover, action will be taken against the concerned officials who failed to provide adequate security, despite prior warnings of potential threats.” Mr. Haokip said Saturday’s incident was the third …

Manipur: Kuki-Zo bodies hold rallies, demand separate administration
4 months, 1 week ago

Manipur: Kuki-Zo bodies hold rallies, demand separate administration

The Hindu  

The Kuki Students’ Organisation in Delhi NCR on Saturday called for the “immediate arrest and trial” of Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh over the leaked audio clips that are purported to contain his alleged admission of complicity in the ongoing ethnic conflict in the State. The organisation, along with other Kuki-Zomi-Hmar civil society organisations and Kuki Inpi Manipur, the …

Manipur CM Biren Singh promises full peace in 6 months, says no question of him resigning
4 months, 1 week ago

Manipur CM Biren Singh promises full peace in 6 months, says no question of him resigning

The Hindu  

With ethnic violence gradually subsiding, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has promised to fully restore peace in the state in six months with the Centre's help, and also ruled out stepping down, saying he has neither committed a crime nor spawned a scandal. It is our hope and I am also confident,” said Mr. Singh, who is a Meitei …

INTERVIEW | Why should I resign, whatever I did was to protect Manipur: CM Biren Singh on ethnic violence
4 months, 1 week ago

INTERVIEW | Why should I resign, whatever I did was to protect Manipur: CM Biren Singh on ethnic violence

New Indian Express  

Singh cited his government's drive against drugs and identifying illegal immigrants as the underlying reasons for the violence, which ranged Meiteis and Kukis against each other. According to Singh, the BJP's loss in both Lok Sabha seats from Manipur, including the Meitei-dominated Inner Manipur, was a reflection on his popularity and not because his party was any less popular. The …

Kuki lawmakers continue to boycott House proceedings despite safety assurances
5 months, 1 week ago

Kuki lawmakers continue to boycott House proceedings despite safety assurances

Hindustan Times  

All 10 Kuki-Zo lawmakers, including seven from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, continued to boycott the Manipur assembly proceedings for the third time since ethnic violence was triggered in the state in May last year. Kuki lawmakers have boycotted the assembly proceedings since ethnic violence was triggered in May last year. Additionally, support for security-related expenditure amounting to more than …

Manipur: Kuki body writes to Amit Shah to expedite creation of Union territory
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Manipur: Kuki body writes to Amit Shah to expedite creation of Union territory

Hindustan Times  

The Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum, a prominent Kuki organisation in Manipur, on Saturday wrote an open letter to Union home minister Amit Shah urging the Centre to expedite creating a Union territory with a legislature for the Kuki-Zo community under Article 239A of the Indian Constitution. The Kuki body alleged that the sate police and central security forces have become …

Manipur violence: ITLF seeks Home Minister Amit Shah’s help
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Manipur violence: ITLF seeks Home Minister Amit Shah’s help

The Hindu  

Manipur-based Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum on July 13 wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, expressing serious concerns regarding the alleged heavy-handed actions against Kuki-Zo village volunteers by central agencies amid ongoing ethnic conflicts. The letter strongly condemned multiple incidents, particularly in Jiribam’s Phaitol and Mongbung villages, where it was reported that central security forces allegedly assaulted seven Kuki women …

Manipur violence: Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum writes to Amit Shah, seeks his help
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Manipur violence: Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum writes to Amit Shah, seeks his help

India TV News  

Manipur-based Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum on Saturday wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and expressed grave concerns regarding the alleged heavy-handed actions against Kuki-Zo village volunteers by central agencies amid ongoing ethnic conflicts. The letter condemned various incidents, particularly in Jiribam’s Phaitol and Mongbung villages, where it was reported that central security forces allegedly assaulted seven Kuki women and …

Talks started between two communities to restore peace: Manipur CM Biren Singh
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Talks started between two communities to restore peace: Manipur CM Biren Singh

Hindustan Times  

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Wednesday said that talks between the two communities—Kuku and Meitei — involved in the ongoing ethnic conflict have already started and peace has begun to return to the state. He asserted that the Manipur government is continuing its efforts to bring back peace to the state under the supervision of Prime Minister Narendra …

Solving Manipur conflict part of Centre’s 100-day plan, have full confidence in it: CM Biren Singh
6 months, 1 week ago

Solving Manipur conflict part of Centre’s 100-day plan, have full confidence in it: CM Biren Singh

The Hindu  

The Central government has started having “positive discussions” on the conflict in Manipur and it is a “great achievement” that resolution of the crisis is part of the 100-day plan of the new National Democratic Alliance government, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said on Friday. This comes on a day when the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity, one of the …

Kuki groups demand separate Union Territory after year of Manipur unrest
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Kuki groups demand separate Union Territory after year of Manipur unrest

India Today  

Hundreds of the tribal Kuki-Zo people took to the streets across the hill districts of Manipur, seeking a Union Territory for the community and a "political solution" to end the ongoing ethnic conflict within the state. The tribal group also asked Union Home Minister Amit Shah to expedite their demands for a "political solution" in a memorandum. Protesters were holding …

Kuki-Zo tribal bodies across Manipur urge boycott of ADC polls until demands are met
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Kuki-Zo tribal bodies across Manipur urge boycott of ADC polls until demands are met

The Hindu  

Kuki-Zo tribal bodies from across several Hill districts in Manipur issued a joint statement on June 21 opposing elections to the Autonomous District Council, which the State Cabinet said last week would be held in September this year. The tribal bodies urged members of the public not to participate in the elections “unless political demands are met.” In the joint …

Northeastern View | Home ministry’s “high level” review meet on Manipur shows that New Delhi wants to take back control
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Northeastern View | Home ministry’s “high level” review meet on Manipur shows that New Delhi wants to take back control

Hindustan Times  

On June 17, Union home minister, Amit Shah, chaired a “high-level meeting” to review the security situation in Manipur in New Delhi. Taking back control Perhaps the most striking aspect of the home ministry’s meeting was the absence of Manipur’s BJP chief minister, Biren Singh. Singh’s absence from the review meeting could suggest that the National Democratic Alliance government at …

Manipur conflict is not about Kuki and Meitei tensions, armed Chin-Kuki narco-terrorists are up against the govt: COCOMI
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Manipur conflict is not about Kuki and Meitei tensions, armed Chin-Kuki narco-terrorists are up against the govt: COCOMI

Op India  

On 18th June, given the recent high-level meeting chaired by Home Minister Amit Shah in connection with Manipur violence, the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity asserted that the real issue in the state is not Meiti-Kuki conflict but the problem of Chin Kuki narco-terrorists. COCOMI spokesperson Khuraijam Athouba criticised HM Shah’s approach suggesting that the minister is “evading” the core …

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