internally displaced people
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.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's First Visit to Manipur Since 2023 Ethnic Violence: Scheduled Meetings with Community Leaders
Nov 19, 2025 02:09 pm CST
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat will visit Manipur from November 20-22, his first trip since ethnic violence erupted in 2023. During the three-day visit connected to RSS centenary celebrations, he will meet with entrepreneurs, tribal leaders, and prominent citizens in Imphal, but has no scheduled visits to relief camps housing thousands displaced by the conflict that has claimed over 260 lives.
Thadou Leader's Peace Mission in Manipur: Breaking Ethnic Barriers Amid Post-Conflict Tensions
Oct 26, 2025 01:15 pm CST
Michael Lamjathang Thadou, a Thadou tribe leader, has returned to Imphal despite having his homes burned during Manipur's ethnic violence. His presence challenges narratives of division as he advocates for the distinct Thadou identity while promoting peaceful coexistence among Manipur's communities, highlighting how tribal identity complexities influence the path toward reconciliation in the conflict-affected state.
From Displacement to Medical School: How a Manipur Student Overcame Ethnic Violence to Achieve His MBBS Dream
Sep 26, 2025 02:50 am CST
Amidst Manipur's ongoing ethnic conflict, 21-year-old Shitaljit Tongbram's journey from a relief camp to securing admission at Pragjyotishpur Medical College in Guwahati showcases extraordinary resilience. Displaced from Churachandpur during the May 2023 Meitei-Kuki clashes, Tongbram persevered through challenging conditions, studied at a public library, and received community support to achieve his medical education dreams despite losing his home and facing multiple setbacks.