Manipur violence: Meitei diaspora writes open letter to PM Modi seeking normalcy, peace in state
Monday, 4 September 2023 As India prepares to host the G20 summit, the "persistence of violence" in Manipur threatens to undermine these achievements, they said. Over 1,300 people signed the open letter within 48 hours, which was submitted to the Prime Minister's Office on Monday.
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, visited Manipur to meet people displaced by ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kuki-Zos. He toured relief camps in Jiribam, Churachandpur, and Moirang districts, interacting with affected families. This marks Gandhi's first visit since being elected MP. He's scheduled to meet Governor Anusuiya Uikey.
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Congress MP Rahul Gandhi visits a relief camp at Jiribam Higher Secondary School during his trip to Manipur, addressing ongoing ethnic violence. The opposition criticizes the Centre amidst clashes sparked by demands regarding the Meitei community's Scheduled Tribe status. Stay updated with the latest developments.
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has criticized the government's handling of the Manipur issue, saying the state has been waiting for peace for a year and violence needs to be stopped on priority. He expressed anger over the Kuki-Meitei divide, stating that India has made strides in various fields, but has not overcome all challenges. Bhagwat also slammed the negative political campaigning during elections, hinting at potential differences between the RSS and BJP over certain issues.
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Just as Manipur CM N. Biren Singh planned to visit the violence-hit Jiribam district, his security convoy came under attack by suspected militants. The ambush, which occurred near Kotlen village on National Highway-53, left one security personnel injured. This incident marks a serious escalation in the ongoing conflict in the region. Tensions in Jiribam have been high following the discovery of a Meitei man's body last week. Join us as we delve into the details of this alarming development and its implications for Manipur's fragile peace. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more updates.
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