The north-eastern Indian state of Manipur shares borders with Myanmar to the east and south. The current strategic crisis in Indian North East, especially Manipur stems from the Meitei people’s long-standing quest for Scheduled Tribe designation under the Indian Constitution, which would grant them rights similar to those enjoyed other tribal communities. After 40 days of violence, Modi came out publically to acknowledge that India has been shamed. During an interview with Barkha Dutt on 22 July, the Subedar was in tears and stated that he could not have dreamed what has happened to Christian community in Manipur and his wife. While the real issue is the hidden agenda is carved out from the parts of NE India, Myanmar & Bangladesh.

Source: The Nation July 24, 2023 20:57 UTC