Manipur news & politics
The latest news from Manipur, where N. Biren Singh (BJP) is Chief Minister. Most covered in the last 30 days: crime violence, protest opposition, political gaffe.
CM Y. Khemchand Singh appeals for peace as Kuki-Naga clash toll rises to nine
On October 11, 2026, Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singh appealed for peace as the toll from clashes between Kuki and Naga communities rose to nine. Fresh killings occurred in Kamjong, Ukhrul, and Kangpokpi districts between October 9 and 10, 2026. Victims included a 22-year-old woman, M. Daimai, R. Gangmei, Ringkangmai, Ajinbou R., Ngachanso Ningshen, Leishishan Leishadang, and Sandeep Rai.
Manipur CM Y Khemchand Singh meets PM Modi to discuss peace and Viksit Bharat
Y Khemchand Singh, the Chief Minister of Manipur, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on October 10, 2026. They discussed various issues concerning the northeastern state. Singh praised Modi's leadership and commitment to development, stating his government remains steadfast in advancing peace, stability, and inclusive prosperity for Manipur as part of the Viksit Bharat initiative.
At least five dead in Manipur clashes as Biren Singh reports 7 more deaths
At least five people died in clashes between armed groups and attacks on villages in Manipur’s Kamjong and Ukhrul districts since October 9, 2026. Nongthombam Biren Singh reported seven deaths during the last 24 hours. Victims included Domkhonei Touthang, Michael Ngamminlen Haokip, and Sandeep Rai. The WC-TNL alleged Kuki National Army (Burma) extremists attacked Naga civilians, while the Kuki Students’ Organisation blamed the IRB and NSCN-IM.
Mother of five allegedly shot dead in Manipur triggers Kuki-Naga exchange of fire
A woman, a mother of five children, was allegedly shot dead near her neck at 9:35 p.m. on Friday, October 9, in Chassad village, Kamjong district, Manipur. The killing triggered an exchange of fire between Kuki and Naga armed groups on Saturday, October 10, causing houses to be torched. Authorities imposed prohibitory orders under Section 162 of the BNSS within a 400-metre radius.
Manipur Forest Department plants bamboo on 255 hectares cleared for poppy cultivation
Anurag Bajpai, Manipur’s Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, announced that the Manipur Forest Department planted bamboo on 255 hectares of forestland cleared for poppy cultivation in Chandel, Churachandpur, and Senapati. Since 2018, the department identified 307 hectares under cultivation. The department earned ₹115 crore from seized products between 2023-24 and 2025-26 while coordinating with security forces to curb smuggling.
Assam Rifles and Indian Army neutralize 27 IEDs along 8-km stretch in Kamjong
On October 9, 2026, a defence official reported that Assam Rifles and Indian Army bomb disposal teams neutralized 27 IEDs along an 8-km stretch in Kamjong district, Manipur. The operation occurred from October 4 to October 7, 2026, near Pilong village on the Myanmar border. This followed a September 24, 2026, attack where four Tangkhul Naga civilians were gunned down.
Manipur CM cites historical hill outreach to promote peace amid 300 deaths
Yumnam Khemchand Singh, Manipur Chief Minister, addressed an event in Imphal on October 6, 2026, marking the 228th death anniversary of Rajarshi Bhagyachandra. He cited historical hill outreach by kings to promote peace amidst ethnic conflicts since May 3, 2023. The conflict has claimed over 300 lives, displaced over 60,000 people, and left 49 others missing.
Police arrest three militants for alleged extortion and cadre recruitment in Imphal West
Police arrested three militants for alleged extortion and cadre recruitment in Imphal West district on October 7, 2026. On October 6, Maibam Arun (50) and Wahengbam Bimol (26) of the People's Liberation Army were detained. On October 5, Laishram Bishal Singh (29) of PREPAK was arrested during a search at Mayang Imphal Thana. All three are linked to proscribed outfits.
71-year-old Kuki man found dead in jungle after alleged abduction at gunpoint
On October 4, 2026, a 71-year-old Kuki man named Hemjang Haokip was found dead in a jungle after being allegedly abducted at gunpoint on October 3, 2026, from Khunkho Kuki village, Kangpokpi district, Manipur. The Khunkho Kuki Village Authority condemned the killing. Since May 2023, conflict has claimed over 300 lives, with Konthoujam Govindas reporting 49 people remain missing.
14 civil society groups slam Kiren Rijiju for labelling Manipur violence as purely communal
A coalition of 14 civil society organisations criticised Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju for labelling Manipur's violence as purely communal. Convenor Shanta Nahakpam argued the conflict involves armed extremist groups, citing 306 deaths and 49 missing since May 3, 2023. He slammed the Centre for maintaining a 2008 Suspension of Operations with 25 Kuki-Zomi armed groups despite a February 2024 resolution.
MHA hasn't extended Kuki-Zo pact as 40+ people died since February 7
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has not yet extended the Suspension of Operations pact with Kuki-Zo insurgent groups after its one-year agreement expired on September 4, 2025. Amit Shah will visit Senapati on October 7. Following Govind Mohan’s review, 30 CRPF companies and two CoBRA battalions will be deployed. Over 40 people died in Ukhrul, Kangpokpi, and Kamjong since February 7.
Manipur Cabinet approves ₹10 lakh assistance for kin of 49 missing since May 3
The Manipur Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Yunman Khemchand Singh, approved a one-time ₹10 lakh assistance for kin of 49 people missing since the May 3, 2023 ethnic conflict. Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas noted the conflict killed 306 and displaced over 60,000. Additionally, the Cabinet increased ex-gratia assistance for Army and Central Armed Police Forces personnel to match State police rates.
