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News Summary In a significant crackdown on illegal timber trade, Manipur police and Assam Rifles seized timber worth ₹3.10 crore in Tengnoupal district on May 23, 2025. The joint operation led to the confiscation of 61 vehicles transporting approximately 610 tonnes of timber without valid documentation. Authorities are investigating potential links to cross-border smuggling from…
News Summary On January 12, 2025, tensions erupted in Manipur’s Kamjong district when a mob destroyed a makeshift camp set up by the Assam Rifles. The violence stemmed from a dispute over timber transportation, highlighting simmering local frustrations. The incident underscores the delicate balance between law enforcement activities and community grievances in the region. Authorities…
Summary Deforestation in Manipur is causing a multifaceted crisis affecting biodiversity, water resources, and the environment. Despite the region’s once-rich forest cover and its status as a biodiversity hotspot, unsustainable practices like poppy cultivation, illegal logging, and unchecked urban expansion have drastically reduced forested areas. These activities have disrupted rainfall patterns, exacerbated water scarcity, and…