The recent outbreak of violence in Manipur has resulted in the deaths of at least five individuals, prompting the government to close schools for safety concerns.
Authorities reported that fighting flared between the Hindu Meitei and Christian Kuki communities, worsened by a court ruling mandating equal distribution of economic benefits.
Clashes in Jiribam saw armed confrontations with reports of one civilian killed in his sleep, showcasing the escalation of violence between the two groups.
The use of drones dropping explosive devices signifies a dangerous increase in the level of violence, further complicating the already strained ethnic relations in the state.
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