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News Summary In a significant development aimed at restoring peace in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district, the Naga and Kuki communities have reached an interim truce concerning a recent land dispute. The Committee on Protection of Indigenous Peoples’ Ancestral Land (COPIPAL) had earlier imposed a ban on the movement of Kukis in Naga territories following an attack…
News Summary The United Naga Council (UNC), the apex Naga body in the region, has urged Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to reinstate the Free Movement Regime (FMR) along the Indo-Myanmar border and halt the construction of border fencing and walls. A UNC delegation, led by President NG Lorho and General Secretary Vareiyo Shatsang, met…
The Manipur Government, along with the Centre and the United Naga Council (UNC), is set to engage in critical tripartite talks on January 30, 2025. These discussions aim to address the contentious issue surrounding the creation of seven new districts by the state government in 2016, which has led to ongoing tensions. The talks are…
Introduction to the Manipur District Dispute Manipur’s district dispute is a complex and long-standing issue that impacts the state’s political, social, and economic fabric. The controversy primarily revolves around administrative district boundaries and autonomy, sparking waves of unrest and substantial negotiations over the years. At the heart of this debate is the United Naga Council…
Summary of the News The latest round of tripartite talks between the United Naga Council (UNC), the Government of India, and the Manipur government ended without any tangible progress. These talks have been ongoing for several years, addressing critical issues such as Naga autonomy, land rights, and administrative division. Despite the efforts, no breakthrough has…