Violence and Weapons in Manipur

The situation in Manipur has been marked by severe ethnic violence, resulting in the deaths of over 250 individuals and widespread displacement. Following the imposition of President's rule, the governor mandated the surrender of looted weapons, with an initial deadline yielding 738 recovered firearms. This surrender initiative reflects a cautious return to stability, yet it highlights the ongoing anxieties among both the Meitei and Kuki populations regarding safety and trust. The community remains skeptical about disarming fully, as sophisticated weapons largely remain unreturned, suggesting that true peace remains a distant prospect.