SaralnamaPM Modi lands in Manipur today, for his first visit since ethnic violence began two years ago. Kuki-Zo groups welcome the revised Suspension of Operations pact with militants signed. They demand a separate Union Territory, citing over 250 deaths and 40,000 displaced people. The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity, a Meitei group, opposes this. They want a National Register of Citizens to detect illegal immigrants. Kuki-Zo Council agreed to lift the blockade on National Highway 2. Both sides urge Modi to address their concerns. The visit comes as Manipur remains under President's Rule. (Updated 13 Sep 2025, 07:10 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- PM Modi lands in Manipur today, for his first visit since ethnic violence began two years ago
- Kuki-Zo groups welcome the revised Suspension of Operations pact with militants signed
- They demand a separate Union Territory, citing over 250 deaths and 40,000 displaced people