UKHRUL, Feb 9: Heavy security forces have been deployed across the Litan area in Ukhrul district following a spike in communal tensions. Multiple units, including the BSF, CRPF, RAF, and Manipur Police, have taken up strategic positions from Lambui to Litan Bridge to prevent further violence.
The situation remains fragile after reports emerged that three houses belonging to one community and nine belonging to another were allegedly burnt. Although a meeting was scheduled to resolve the dispute through dialogue, one party reportedly failed to attend, leading to a tense standoff. Witnesses describe the atmosphere as a "silent wait," with both sides watchful but avoiding direct contact for now.
There are suggestions that the heavy deployment is linked to wider political movements, including efforts to keep the National Highway open. Reports indicate that security checks are being carried out along the routes, and a group of workers returning from the Burma border were briefly held at an Army gate before being allowed to proceed.
The situation remains fragile after reports emerged that three houses belonging to one community and nine belonging to another were allegedly burnt. Although a meeting was scheduled to resolve the dispute through dialogue, one party reportedly failed to attend, leading to a tense standoff. Witnesses describe the atmosphere as a "silent wait," with both sides watchful but avoiding direct contact for now.
There are suggestions that the heavy deployment is linked to wider political movements, including efforts to keep the National Highway open. Reports indicate that security checks are being carried out along the routes, and a group of workers returning from the Burma border were briefly held at an Army gate before being allowed to proceed.
Local leaders are now calling for unity and restraint. Citing the biblical command to "love your neighbour as yourself," community elders are urging people to choose collective strength over individual pride. They warned that isolation and internal division only lead to weakness, while peace and cooperation remain the only path to a lasting victory for the people.
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