Manipur crisis is political, not a security issue, says Kuki-Zo Women's forum, seeks President's Rule
The Kuki-Zo Women's Forum has called for the reimposition of President's Rule in Manipur, arguing that the ongoing ethnic conflict is a political crisis rather than merely a security issue. The group reiterated its demand for a separate administration as essential for their survival, amid continuing violence and criticism of the government's handling of the situation.
Why it matters
Highlighting local perspectives on ethnic conflicts in northeastern India underscores the limitations of purely military solutions to deep-seated political grievances.
Manipur crisis is political, not a security issue, says Kuki-Zo Women's forum, seeks President's Rule left People display placards during a public rally against the killing of 3 Naga people by suspected Kuki militants. File ANI ANI https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/2h7upu/article71607670.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/Nearby_Shape-wiGD2GMIOLU.3.jpg.jpg ANI Senapati, Oct 02 (ANI): People display placards during a public rally against the killing of 3 Naga people by suspected Kuki militants at Kailenjang, in Senapati on Friday. (ANI Photo) The group also asserted that its demand for a separate administration is imperative for survival New Delhi Demanding the reimposition of President's Rule in Manipur, the Kuki-Zo Women's Forum on Wednesday (October 21, 2026) said the crisis in the state is a political issue that cannot be resolved merely by deploying more security forces. https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/manipur/https:/www.thehindu.com/news/national/manipur/ The group also asserted that its demand for a separate administration is imperative for survival.
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