Following recent violence that broke out in Manipur, nine people, including a woman, have died in the last twenty-four hours. According to sources within the army, the fatal shooting took place late at night in the Khamenlok neighbourhood.
The incident last night in Manipur, Imphal was a major setback in efforts to restore peace in the state, which has been tense due to ethnic clashes between the Meitei and Kuki communities. The relaxation of curfew has been restricted.
The event took place in Khamenlok, which is close to the border between the Kangpokpi and Imphal East districts. For the past few days, the area has been tense. Streets were desolate as seen from below.
About 100 people have died, many have been homeless, and many more have been hurt in the ethnic confrontations.The recent violence started as a result of protest marches by tribal organisations over a proposal to give the majority of Meities Scheduled Tribe status.
11 of Manipur’s 16 districts are now under curfew. The internet has been shut down throughout the state to stop misinformation from inciting violence.