Thousands March in Imphal for Peace: Rally to Save Manipur's Unity

Thousands March in Imphal for Peace: Rally to Save Manipur's Unity
Thousands of people marched in Imphal, the capital of Manipur, in a powerful show of support for peace and state unity. On a clear Saturday morning, a massive crowd walked together, calling for an end to the ethnic violence that has troubled the region since May 2023. The "Save Manipur" rally, organized by a key civil society group, showed the deep public desire for reconciliation and stability. Understanding Manipur's Ethnic Conflict: Roots of the Crisis The conflict in Manipur is a complex struggle over land, rights, and identity. It primarily involves the Meitei community, who mostly live in the valleys, and the Kuki-Zo tribes, who primarily live in the hills. Why did the violence start?  Tensions exploded on May 3, 2023, over long-standing issues: What happen in Manipur?? pic.twitter.com/ktFgelWgvR — Roots of History™ (@RootsofHistory) January 31, 2026 Scheduled Tribe Status : The Meitei community's request for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status is seen by Kuki-Zo groups …