Educational Institutions Closed Amid Protests and Clashes in Manipur. Multiple districts in Manipur, India, are under lockdown as authorities reimpose curfews in response to rising tensions. Reports indicate that the Imphal Valley has been under curfew for several days, with Indian forces enforcing a tight security cordon around the area.
The situation escalated following violent clashes between students and security forces, leading to the complete sealing off of two major districts predominantly inhabited by the Kuki community, with stricter curfew measures now in place.
In response, the Kuki organization has announced an indefinite statewide protest against the government and Indian forces, set to begin on Friday. This has resulted in the closure of educational institutions in two affected districts.
The unrest follows severe confrontations between Indian forces and separatist groups, with reports of separatists using rockets and drones in their attacks on the valley.
The ongoing conflict in Manipur, which began last year, has led to thousands of casualties and the displacement of hundreds of thousands. The situation remains volatile, with tensions persisting among various communities and security forces.
This unrest underscores the complex ethnic, linguistic, and religious dynamics in the region, posing significant challenges for local and national authorities in maintaining peace and stability.”
