Manipur continues to face heartbreaking violence, as a deadly clash broke out between two Naga villages, Hunphun and Hungpung, in the Ukhrul district on Wednesday. The dispute over village boundaries turned violent, leaving 3 dead and 30 injured. Among those killed was a Manipur Rifles jawan, while many of the injured were rushed to Imphal for advanced treatment. The tragic clash has once again left the state in turmoil. đ
đš Violence Erupts Over Boundaries
The tension between these two villages had been simmering for a while, and it exploded into violence on October 2, 2024. A video circulating on social media shows youngsters firing shots, adding to the chaos. The situation remains extremely tense, with the state government imposing a temporary suspension of internet services to curb the spread of misinformation and further violence. đ”
In an attempt to contain the situation, district authorities enforced prohibitory orders under Section 163 BNSS. This order restricted the movement of people outside their homes in Ukhrul, as the violence showed no signs of stopping. đĄđ«
đïž Homes Attacked, Violence Continues
Just two days before the tragic clash, four homes in one of the villages were destroyed in an attack, further igniting the conflict. The hostility between Hunphun and Hungpung has grown over the years, leading to such deadly confrontations. Itâs a tragic reminder of how deeply rooted divisions can escalate into violence, costing lives and disrupting communities.
â Calls for Peace Amidst Chaos
Three Naga legislators â Minister Khashim Vashum, MLAs Ram Muivah and Leishiyo Keishing â have made an emotional appeal for peace. In a heartfelt statement, they urged the people to remember their shared history and familial bonds.
âWe are not just neighbours; we are family. Let us not allow violence to tear us apart. Every heart that bleeds today is a wound on our shared soul,â they said, calling for an end to the violence that has scarred their land.
Even the Tangkhul Shanao Long and the Tangkhul Baptist Churches Association stepped in, urging the women of both villages to play a key role in bringing about peace and stopping the bloodshed. đïž
đ The Bigger Picture: Manipur Burning While the Nation Watches
Manipur has been burning for far too long, with violence erupting from unresolved issues, while the Modi-led NDA government turns a blind eye. Itâs as if Manipur doesnât even exist in their political vision. Instead of addressing the root causes of the conflict, the government seems to thrive on division, creating rifts between communities to gain political advantage. This has led to homelessness, death, and derailed lives in Manipur. đ
It's an inhumane approach, one that values political profit over human lives. Those in power need to wake up and realize that fueling such violence only deepens the divide. What Manipur, and the rest of India, truly needs is peace and unity, not more conflict and suffering. Letâs not forget, violence only serves the powerful, while ordinary people are left to pick up the pieces. â
TL;DR Summary đ°
In Manipur's Ukhrul district, a boundary clash between two Naga villages turned deadly, leaving 3 dead and 30 injured. Authorities have imposed curfew orders and suspended the internet to control the situation. Legislators have called for peace, reminding people of their shared heritage. Meanwhile, the Modi government continues to ignore Manipurâs struggles, fueling division for political gain while lives are lost and communities shattered.
Keywords: Manipur, Boundary Clash, Ukhrul, Naga Villages, Political Violence
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