Protests in Manipur continue over killing of youths; AFSPA extended
Wednesday, 27 September 2023 Violent protests continued in Manipur's capital over the kidnapping and killing of two youths. Curfew was re-imposed in two districts of East and West Imphal. The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) has been extended by six months in Manipur, excluding certain areas. A CBI team is in the state sent to assist with the investigation.
The Manipur government on Wednesday declared the entire state a "disturbed area" in light of the prevailing law and order situation. As per the state government's notification, the entire state, except for 19 specific police station areas, was declared a "disturbed area" under the Armed Forces...
Several district authorities and security forces in Manipur's Jiribam district on Thursday facilitated a peace meeting between the Meitei and Hmar (part of the Kuki-Chin-Zo group) communities. During the “peace meet”, both communities agreed to work towards restoring normalcy and preventing incidents of arson and gunfire in the district. Leaders from Meitei and Hmar groups signed a resolution agreeing to a peace meeting held at the CRPF camp in the Cachar district.
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The United States has asked its nationals not to travel to Manipur, Jammu and Kashmir, the India-Pakistan border, and parts of central and eastern parts of the country where Naxalites are active.,,In a revised travel advisory for India, the State Department said it has updated to reflect information on the northeastern states. "Exercise increased caution in India due to crime and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk,” it said.
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In a troubling development in Manipur's Borobekra region, Christian Kukis have recently targeted and burned down the home of Hindu Meitei Manaouton Singha in Jiribam. Over the past month, this wave of violence has also seen at least eight houses and one shop belonging to Hindu Meitei and Bishnupriya Manipuri communities destroyed. The attacks have left a community devastated and heightened tensions in the area, prompting urgent efforts to address the humanitarian and security challenges arising from the incidents.
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Rahul Gandhi expressed dismay during his third visit to Manipur since the outbreak of violence, lamenting the lack of improvement as the state remains divided. He highlighted the dire situation: houses burning, lives at risk, and thousands displaced to relief camps. Gandhi urged the Prime Minister to visit Manipur, hear firsthand the people's grievances, and advocate for peace. The Congress Party and INDIA are set to vigorously address Manipur's peace needs in Parliament, aiming to compel the government to act decisively and end the ongoing tragedy.
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Rahul Gandhi, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress MP, visited Manipur for the third time since the crisis began, expressing disappointment over the lack of improvement. He listened to the suffering of camp residents and emphasised the urgent need for peace. Gandhi criticised the ongoing violence, which has harmed thousands of families and devastated properties. Describing the state as "completely split," he called it an unprecedented tragedy in India. Gandhi pledged his support to the people of Manipur, aiming to work with them to restore peace and pressuring the government to act.
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