New Delhi: As violence continues to grip Manipur for over a year, efforts to restore peace are gaining momentum. The central government has scheduled a key meeting in Delhi on 15 October, bringing together legislators from the Kuki, Meitei, and Naga communities. This marks the first time that representatives from these communities will meet since the outbreak of violence in the Northeastern state.
Over 200 people have lost their lives, and thousands have been displaced in the ongoing ethnic violence. The meeting, convened under the supervision of the Ministry of Home Affairs, aims to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict. Senior officials from the ministry, along with Manipur’s Chief Minister, will also participate in the discussions, with the primary agenda focused on advancing the peace process.
Naga People’s Front (NPF), a key ally of the BJP in Manipur, confirmed the participation of three Naga legislators—Awangbow Newmai, L. Dikho, and Ram Muivah. The central government has been engaging with key communities in the state, urging them to abandon violence and contribute to Manipur’s development.
The violence, which erupted on 3 May 2023, has left the state deeply divided along ethnic lines, particularly between the Kuki community in the hills and the majority Meitei community in the valleys. Efforts by the central government have also focused on ensuring that essential supplies reach all communities affected by the unrest.
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