Imphal, April 4, 2025: In a bid to resolve the ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur, civil society organizations (CSOs) from the Meitei and Kuki communities are set to hold crucial talks, as reported by SKTV. The conflict, which erupted in May 2023, has claimed over 150 lives and displaced thousands, driven by disputes over land, jobs, and the Meitei demand for Scheduled Tribe status. The proposed dialogue aims to foster peacebuilding and reconciliation, with the Ministry of Home Affairs and local organizations like the United Clubs and Federation of Civil Society playing key roles. This development offers a glimmer of hope for the violence-torn state.
President’s Rule Approved in Manipur Amid Political Vacuum
Imphal, April 4, 2025: The Rajya Sabha has approved the imposition of President’s Rule in Manipur, following a lack of claimants to form a government, according to Union Home Minister Amit Shah. SKTV reported that the decision comes after months of political instability in the state, which has been grappling with ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities since May 2023. The conflict has resulted in over 130 deaths and displaced 60,000 people. Shah emphasized that no party has staked a claim to govern, necessitating central intervention. The move aims to restore order and address the deep ethnic divide, with civil society urging dialogue for lasting peace.
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