Protesters Clash With Police at Manipur's Sangai Festival: Tensions Rise Amid Calls for Boycott

Nov 21, 2025 09:11 am CST

Security forces used tear gas to disperse protesters attempting to disrupt Manipur's annual Sangai Festival. Civil society groups led by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity are calling for a boycott of the tourism event, creating tension between protesters and the Governor-led administration in the state currently under President's Rule.