Manipur’s Identity Crisis: COCOMI’s 48-Hour General Strike Over Bus Name Deletion
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Manipur’s Identity Crisis: COCOMI’s 48-Hour General Strike Over Bus Name Deletion

News Summary On May 20, 2025, a Manipur State Transport (MST) bus carrying journalists to the Shirui Lily Festival in Ukhrul was allegedly stopped by Army personnel at the Gwaltabi checkpoint. They reportedly demanded the removal of the word “Manipur” from the bus before allowing it to proceed. In protest, the journalists returned to Imphal…

Manipur’s Proscribed Groups Call for 12-Hour General Strike on October 15

Manipur’s Proscribed Groups Call for 12-Hour General Strike on October 15

Summary On October 15, 2024, various proscribed groups in Manipur have called for a 12-hour general strike. These groups, considered illegal by the government, are protesting policies and actions they claim undermine indigenous rights and interests. The strike is expected to disrupt daily activities across the state, with businesses, educational institutions, and transportation likely to…

Manipur General Strike Looms Large in Thoubal: A Community in Tension

Manipur General Strike Looms Large in Thoubal: A Community in Tension

Summary of the News A general strike is intensifying in the Thoubal district of Manipur, creating significant unrest among residents. Organized by multiple civil society groups, the strike stems from long-standing demands regarding governance and infrastructure. The situation in Thoubal reflects broader dissatisfaction and unresolved socio-political issues in the state. Citizens, business owners, and travelers…