8 months ago
Kuki-Zo Groups Renew Union Territory Demand in Delhi Meet
A meeting happened in Delhi between the Indian government, Kuki-Zo tribal groups, and Manipur officials.
The Kuki-Zo groups want their own special area called a Union Territory with its own government.
They say this is the only way to have peace after recent violence.
They believe the current government has been unfair to them and taken their land.
The government had previously said no to this idea, but the groups are still asking for it.
They also mentioned that the violence started because of unfair policies against tribal people.
Many tribal members are living in special camps right now.
Second tripartite meeting held in Delhi between MHA, Kuki-Zo groups, and Manipur officials
Kuki-Zo groups (KNO, UPF) renewed demand for a Union Territory with Legislature
Groups claim current governance framework is ineffective and demand separate political solution
Violence in 2023 cited as result of decades of unfair land policies and political bullying
MHA previously rejected the Union Territory demand in first meeting
- Who
- Kuki-Zo groups (KNO, UPF), MHA, Manipur government officials
- What
- Tripartite meeting to discuss Union Territory demand and governance issues
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- When
- December 13, 2023
- Why
- To address Kuki-Zo demands for a Union Territory and governance in hill areas
Key facts
- Meeting Date
- December 13, 2023
- Participants
- MHA, Kuki-Zo groups, Manipur government officials
- Key Demand
- Union Territory with Legislature for Kuki-Zo people
- Violence Start Date
- May 3, 2023
- SoO Signatories
- KNO, UPF (23 militant outfits)
- SoO Sign Date
- August 22, 2008
- Cadres in Camps
- 2,266
Quotes
N Biren Singh
Former chief minister
“Let us see. I am expecting a positive outcome for a better Manipur from the meeting that is supposed to happen tomorrow. I hope the central government will take some positive decisions.”
NDTV
“Let us hope for the positive.”
NDTV
Paonam Brozen
BJP MLA
“We were called to Delhi yesterday. We are all going to the party headquarters. We are expecting something better. I have heard that Kuki MLAs are also invited.”
NDTV
Kh Ibomcha
BJP MLA
“A meeting of the MLAs and the party's leadership is likely to be held on Sunday.”
NDTV
Thokchom Satyabrata Singh
Assembly Speaker
“As far as I know, all MLAs, including Kuki MLAs, have been invited for the meeting.”
NDTV
Ushyam Deben
BJP MLA
“According to my assessment, a popular government is expected to be formed at least by this month-end.”
NDTV
K Joykishan
MLA
“How can we set preconditions to our high command?”
NDTV
Y Khemchand
BJP MLA
“Peace is the main agenda for me. I do not know whether a new government will be formed.”
NDTV
