Tensions Escalate in Manipur: Missing Meitei Family Member Found Dead in River, 17 killed since November 7

Tensions Escalate in Manipur: Missing Meitei Family Member Found Dead in River

Tensions in Manipur have risen sharply after the discovery of three bodies—two children and a woman—thought to belong to a missing Meitei family in Jiribam. This six-member family had been missing since a violent incident on November 11, when militants tried to attack a police station and relief camp in the region. The bodies were located in the Jiri River, but their identities have not been confirmed yet, as post-mortem and DNA tests are still pending.

The incident has sparked heightened protests, with crowds targeting the homes of political leaders and calling for immediate action. In several districts, curfews and internet shutdowns have been implemented to manage the unrest. Civil society organizations have issued the government a 24-hour ultimatum to take strong measures against armed groups.

Tensions have risen in Jiribam district of Manipur following the discovery of another body in a river, thought to be connected to a missing Meitei family. This incident is part of the ongoing violence and ethnic strife between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities. A recent gunfight in the area resulted in the deaths of 10 suspected militants and two civilians, while six civilians, including three women and three children, are still unaccounted for. These developments have sparked protests and strikes from both communities, leading to widespread shutdowns that are disrupting daily life.

The violence underscores the persistent ethnic tensions in the region, with both sides accusing one another. The Meitei groups are insisting on the safe return of the missing individuals, while the Kuki-Zo groups are requesting a court-monitored investigation into what they describe as a “fake encounter.” Security forces are actively engaged in rescue operations, accompanied by increased patrols and prohibitory orders aimed at maintaining order.

The situation continues to be unstable, with increasing demands for justice and accountability throughout the state.

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