The situation in the Indian state of Manipur has spiralled out of control, leading to the imposition of a curfew in the Churachandpur district on October 16, following two days of escalating violence.
This unrest, rooted in intense state pressure and communal strife, has plagued Manipur for over a year, resulting in the tragic loss of hundreds of lives and the displacement of thousands.
According to recent reports, educational institutions, including schools and colleges, have been shut down, leaving residents grappling with significant hardships.
The area has been further destabilized by the suspension of internet services and other communication channels for the past 48 hours, crippling daily life.
Before this, curfews were also enacted in the Imphal Valley and surrounding regions, exacerbating the crisis. Reports indicate that villages and churches belonging to the Kuki tribes are being set ablaze, displacing over 70,000 individuals from their ancestral homes. The people of Manipur now find themselves living as refugees in their own country.
Despite the United Nations' call for attention to the Manipur issue, the Modi government remains stubbornly unresponsive, evading resolution efforts.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is accused of perpetuating regional instability and insecurity through its extremist policies, endangering the future of minorities.
Human rights organizations and the United Nations are urged to conduct impartial investigations into the situation in Manipur and reveal the true face of the BJP to the world.
