The Union government removed the N. Biren Singh-led government in Manipur and imposed President's Rule, aiming to address the ethnic crisis and restore peace.
The ruling BJP struggled to find a replacement for the outgoing leader, reflecting internal divisions and the deep ethnic divide in the state.
The central govt. has worked to regain control over violence by setting a deadline for non-State groups to return weapons and removing blockades that hinder free movement between hill and valley districts.
Only a small portion of the missing 3,000 weapons have been returned, and attempts to enforce free movement led to violence, causing one death and over 40 injuries.
A civil society group representing the Kuki-Zo community has demanded Union Territory status or separate arrangements, a move that could worsen ethnic tensions and be opposed by Naga communities.
The government must reject violent threats, engage in talks with both communities, and work to recover missing weapons to prevent lawlessness.
The Union government, particularly the Prime Minister and the Home Ministry, must appeal to both communities to restore peace and facilitate the return of displaced people.
Manipur is severely affected by the country's economic troubles, and strong leadership from the Union government is needed to restore normalcy.
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