Since May 2023, Manipur has seen infrastructure projects like the Khulmi bridge
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Why in news
Infrastructure projects like the Khulmi bridge and 'German Road' in Manipur have become flashpoints for ethnic conflict between Meitei and Kuki groups.
Background
The Khulmi bridge is a 270-foot Bailey bridge completed on July 10, 2023, at a cost of Rs 3.5 crore via crowdfunding. In December 2025, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) ordered a halt to an unauthorized 'ring road' connecting Kuki settlements.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceKhulmi bridge and 'German Road' are located in Manipur
- BodyNational Green Tribunal (NGT) is a quasi-judicial body for environmental protection
- FactKhulmi bridge is a 270-foot Bailey bridge completed in July 2023
For Mains
Q. Discuss how infrastructure development in conflict-prone regions can exacerbate ethnic tensions and territorial disputes. Suggest measures to ensure transparent project execution.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Territorial friction: Infrastructure as a tool for establishing demographic dominance and physical connectivity in contested zones
- Regulatory oversight: Lack of transparency in crowdfunding and local approvals leading to unauthorized construction
- Security-Development nexus: The challenge of balancing rapid connectivity with the prevention of communal escalation
Keywords: Ethnic conflict · Territorial claims · Infrastructure governance · Transparency · Communal violence
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