Thursday, April 3, 2025

Mizoram CM appeals for peace in violence-hit Manipur

Date:

Share post:

Shillong, July 4: Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga has made a heartfelt appeal for peace in Manipur, where ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities has been ongoing for two months.

Expressing concern over the escalating violence, Zoramthanga urged for an end to the clashes, questioning when the situation would cease. He stated, “While we hope with much goodwill, anticipation and hope, things would turn for the better, situations seem to have worsened. When will it stop?”

The ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities in Manipur has claimed the lives of over 100 people. The clashes erupted on May 3 following a ‘Tribal Solidarity March’ held in the state’s hill districts to protest against the Meitei community’s demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.

In a poignant statement, Zoramthanga acknowledged the devastating impact of the violence, expressing condolences for his Manipuri Zo ethnic brethren and offering prayers for those who have lost loved ones and homes. He pleaded for an end to the destruction, urging peace and harmony among all.

Highlighting the plight of the internally displaced people seeking refuge in Mizoram due to the crisis in Manipur, Zoramthanga appealed for assistance from the central government. The Mizoram government is awaiting a relief package to support over 12,000 displaced individuals affected by the violence in Manipur.

Related articles

Trump unveils tariffs

Washington, April 2: President Donald Trump announced plans for sweeping tariffs Wednesday, saying "our country has been looted,...

SC quashes HC order against The Shillong Times

NEW DELHI, April 2: The Supreme Court of India has quashed a contempt proceeding against The Shillong Times...

Kharlukhi raps Biren for remarks on PA Sangma

SHILLONG, April 2: Former NPP state president and Rajya Sabha MP WR Kharlukhi on Wednesday criticised former Manipur...

New snakehead species of fish found in Chokpot

SHILLONG, March 2: Meghalaya has once again gained recognition in the scientific community with the discovery of a...