In Manipur, ethnic and tribal unrest has reached a boiling point amidst the ongoing election season in India. The intensity of the clashes has escalated to the extent that Lok Sabha candidates are struggling to conduct their election campaigns.
Additionally, the populace of Manipur has adamantly refused to participate in the general elections.
The situation has been worsened by the recent deaths of two youths, further fueling tensions in the region. Reports indicate that more than 220 people have lost their lives, and over 10,000 individuals have been displaced as a result of the violence.
Criticism is mounting against the Modi govt for its seeming failure to effectively address the riots at both the federal and provincial levels. Journalists and activists express deep concern over the apparent lack of decisive action.
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Amidst this unrest, only two out of 543 seats in the Lok Sabha are allocated to represent Manipur, both held by the BJP, highlighting the political dynamics at play.
International condemnation from the United Nations and other human rights organizations has been swift, denouncing the severe violations of human rights in Manipur. Despite repeated warnings, the Modi government's response appears indifferent.
As the conflict between the Meiti and Kuki tribes enters its year-long mark, incidents of violence and clashes continue to disrupt the electoral process in Manipur.
