Meitei Heritage Society
Historic Redlands Building Demolition Sparks Outrage: Manipur-India Merger Site Destroyed
Oct 11, 2025 12:58 am CST
The demolition of Shillong's historic Redlands Building has triggered widespread protests across Manipur and Meghalaya. This iconic 1940s structure, where the Manipur Merger Agreement with India was signed in 1949, was razed despite preservation appeals from heritage groups. Meghalaya's Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has denied government involvement and promised a thorough investigation, while politicians and cultural organizations have condemned the destruction as an erasure of crucial historical evidence.
Kuki Body Denies Centre's Announcement Of Free Movement In Manipur
Sep 16, 2025 02:39 am CST
The Kuki Zo Council (KZC) which recently met the Centre has denied allowing free movement on National Highway-2. The KZC's announcement has created confusion since the Centre had in a statement said the KZC "decided to open National Highway-2".