A 24-hour shutdown called by the United Naga Council disrupted normal life across Naga-inhabited areas of Manipur. The protest followed the recovery of six abducted Naga villagers' bodies, with the organisation demanding justice and action against those responsible.
Fresh violence has shattered hopes of stability following the restoration of popular government, deepening despondency in the turbulent north-eastern State
The Kuki-Zo Council has advised community members working in government and private sectors to avoid travel and postings in Meitei-dominated areas, citing ongoing tensions and lack of a political settlement. Protests have continued in several hill districts since the new government took office
Modi's Manipur trip was more a media spectacle than a substantive outreach for people of the north eastern State who endured a lot of suffering and bloodshed
