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Manipur Ethnic Violence: Over 200 Dead, 60,000 Displaced. Why Has the State Failed?

Since May 2023, Manipur has been engulfed in ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities. Over 200 people have been killed, more than 60,000 have been displaced from their homes, and thousands of houses, churches, and temples have been burned. The violence began after a court order directed the state government to consider ST status for Meiteis, triggering protests from tribal communities. The situation rapidly escalated into armed conflict with both communities forming armed militias. Internet shutdown has been in place for extended periods. The Prime Minister did not visit the state for over 80 days after the violence began.