Amid the continuing ethnic crisis in Manipur, strong allegations have emerged from sections of the Kuki community, calling on the Tangkhul Christian community to "speak the truth" regarding their role before and after the outbreak of violence on May 3, 2023. The statements reflect deepening mistrust and underline unresolved grievances that continue to fuel tensions in the region.
According to Kuki representatives, the initial opposition to the Meitei community's demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status was a united stand taken by ATSUM, the apex student body representing both Naga and Kuki students in Manipur. Both communities, as hill tribes, feared that granting ST status to Meiteis would allow them to purchase land in the hill districts, threatening indigenous land rights. On this basis, Kuki and Naga groups jointly opposed the demand.
However, following the outbreak of violence in May 2023, Kukis allege a sharp shift in alignment. They claim that the Meitei community initiated widespread violence targeting only the Kuki population, which they describe as genocidal in nature. During this period, several Naga groups, particularly Tangkhul sections, allegedly sided with the Meiteis, with claims that "Meitei and Naga are blood brothers."
The Kuki community asserts that before May 3, 2023, they stood firmly with the Naga people, united by shared tribal identity and Christian faith. They emphasize that during the violence, Kukis suffered immense losses, with more than 260 lives lost, widespread destruction of villages, and reports of rape, torture, and killings of Kuki women. In this context, Kukis question the response of Naga groups during their most critical time.
Further allegations state that due to insecurity in Imphal Valley, Kukis became unable to travel to Imphal or access the airport. In response, they constructed alternative road networks through the hill areas to maintain connectivity among Kuki-inhabited regions. However, these routes were reportedly blocked by Naga groups, despite earlier unity against the Meitei ST demand.
"This was not just a political betrayal, but a moral and humanitarian one," Kuki leaders said, expressing anguish over what they describe as abandonment by fellow tribal and Christian communities.
Calling for impartial investigation and justice, Kuki representatives urged national and international bodies to examine the sequence of events and hold all responsible parties accountable. "Let the world decide and bring justice to the victims," they stated.
The situation in Manipur remains tense, with deep ethnic divisions and unresolved political demands continuing to destabilize the region. Observers warn that without dialogue, accountability, and reconciliation, the crisis risks further escalation.
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According to Kuki representatives, the initial opposition to the Meitei community's demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status was a united stand taken by ATSUM, the apex student body representing both Naga and Kuki students in Manipur. Both communities, as hill tribes, feared that granting ST status to Meiteis would allow them to purchase land in the hill districts, threatening indigenous land rights. On this basis, Kuki and Naga groups jointly opposed the demand.
However, following the outbreak of violence in May 2023, Kukis allege a sharp shift in alignment. They claim that the Meitei community initiated widespread violence targeting only the Kuki population, which they describe as genocidal in nature. During this period, several Naga groups, particularly Tangkhul sections, allegedly sided with the Meiteis, with claims that "Meitei and Naga are blood brothers."
The Kuki community asserts that before May 3, 2023, they stood firmly with the Naga people, united by shared tribal identity and Christian faith. They emphasize that during the violence, Kukis suffered immense losses, with more than 260 lives lost, widespread destruction of villages, and reports of rape, torture, and killings of Kuki women. In this context, Kukis question the response of Naga groups during their most critical time.
Further allegations state that due to insecurity in Imphal Valley, Kukis became unable to travel to Imphal or access the airport. In response, they constructed alternative road networks through the hill areas to maintain connectivity among Kuki-inhabited regions. However, these routes were reportedly blocked by Naga groups, despite earlier unity against the Meitei ST demand.
"This was not just a political betrayal, but a moral and humanitarian one," Kuki leaders said, expressing anguish over what they describe as abandonment by fellow tribal and Christian communities.
Calling for impartial investigation and justice, Kuki representatives urged national and international bodies to examine the sequence of events and hold all responsible parties accountable. "Let the world decide and bring justice to the victims," they stated.
The situation in Manipur remains tense, with deep ethnic divisions and unresolved political demands continuing to destabilize the region. Observers warn that without dialogue, accountability, and reconciliation, the crisis risks further escalation.
C&P
#𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐊𝐈𝐌_𝐓𝐄_𝐀𝐖𝐆𝐈𝐍
@chinkukimizogin
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