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Manipur’s Kangpokpi district remains calm day after violent clashes, additional security forces deployed

  • An indefinite shutdown in Kangpokpi was called by Kuki-Zo groups on March 9, 2025, to protest against a crackdown by security forces.
  • Violent clashes erupted on March 8, resulting in one protester dead and over 40 others injured, according to officials.
  • Police reported that 27 security personnel were injured during the protests, with two critically hurt.
  • The Indigenous Tribal Leaders' Forum supported the shutdown in response to what they termed excessive force by security personnel during the protests.
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India TV NewsIndia TV News

Manipur: Uneasy Calm in Kangpokpi as additional security forces deployed amid indefinite shutdown

The situation in Kangpokpi district of Manipur remained tense but calm on Sunday morning, following violent clashes between Kuki-Zo protesters and security forces. An indefinite shutdown called by the Kuki-Zo groups to protest the “crackdown by security forces” has disrupted normal life in areas predominantly inhabited by the community. The unrest flared on Saturday when protests erupted in response to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's directive a…

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The WireThe Wire

Manipur: Clashes on Day One of 'Free Movement' Kill One Kuki Man, Hurt 48 Kuki People

This is the first death in ethnic clashes in Manipur since the state went into President's Rule on February 13 this year.

·New Delhi, India
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The HinduThe Hindu

Manipur’s Kangpokpi district remains calm day after violent clashes, additional security forces deployed

A protester was killed while over 40 others, including women and policemen, were injured in clashes between Kuki demonstrators and security forces in different parts of Kangpokpi district on Saturday

·India
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NDTVNDTV

1 Killed In Clashes, Kuki Groups Call For Shutdown In Parts Of Manipur

A protester from the Kuki tribes was killed in clashes with the security forces in Manipur today as buses moved out of the state capital Imphal towards other districts, following the Centre's order to ensure free movement across the state.

·New Delhi, India
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Manipur: One killed, 15 injured as protestors clash with security forces in Kangpokpi

The protests were sparked by a state government announcement about arranging public bus services between Manipur’s valley and hill districts.

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Ukhrul TimesUkhrul Times

KZC Declares Indefinite Shutdown In Kuki-Zo Areas; ZSF Condemns Violent Clashes In Kangpokpi

Ukhrul, March 8: The Zomi Students’ Federation (ZSF) and the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) on March 8 have issued strong condemnations following violent clashes in Kangpokpi, triggered by the state government’s controversial “Free Movement Initiative.” The government’s initiatives led to widespread unrest, resulting in a casualty and injuring several. According to a press release from the ZSF, the initiative has exacerbated existing communal tensions, l…

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