Manipur Ethnic Violence: The ongoing violence in Manipur, pitting the Kuki tribal group against the Meitei ethnic majority over economic benefits and quotas, remains unresolved. Here are ten challenges contributing to the crisis:
- Peace committee efforts lack traction as influential civil society groups from both Kuki and Meitei communities opt out.
- Backdoor negotiations continue with Kuki rebel groups and Meitei civil society, but trust-building is a slow process.
- The Manipur government and Meitei society refuse to compromise on territorial integrity.
- Kukis demand a "separate administration" due to perceived political dominance by Meiteis.
- Lack of confidence in security forces: Kukis distrust Manipur police, while Meiteis are skeptical of Assam Rifles.
- BJP's Himanta Biswa Sarma's involvement raises mistrust among Meiteis due to leaked 2017 letter.
- Kuki groups insist on removing Biren Singh as Chief Minister before engaging in talks.
- Nagas, the largest tribal group in Manipur, prefer to stay out of the conflict, focusing on their own peace talks.
- Mizoram's involvement with Kuki, Zo, and Chin tribes upsets Manipur government and Meiteis.
- Withdrawal of Armed Forces Special Powers Act creates challenges for implementing all-out army operations.
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- With inputs from agencies
