Archive · 16 Sep 2025
COCOMI Leader: Modi's Peace Appeal Hollow Without Action
After Prime Minister Modi's visit to Manipur, a civil society leader named Khuraijam Athouba expressed concerns.
He said that while the visit was welcome, more than words were needed for peace.
People want action on issues like infiltration and drug-related terrorism.
They are also concerned about protecting their social structure.
He stated the local groups are willing to talk for peace if the talks are fair.
They also think development projects are fine but need peace and safety first.
The leader emphasized that the state's unity is important and the central government should take strong steps to address the key issues.
COCOMI leader Khuraijam Athouba commented on PM Modi's visit to Manipur.
He stated that while the visit was expected, concrete actions are needed for peace.
The leader expressed concerns about unchecked infiltration and narco-terrorism.
COCOMI is open to dialogue but emphasizes the need for honesty and transparency.
The group believes Manipur's unity is non-negotiable.
- Who
- COCOMI convenor Khuraijam Athouba and Prime Minister Modi
- What
- Reactions to PM Modi's visit and the ongoing situation in Manipur.
- When
- After PM Modi's visit in May 2023
- Where
- Manipur
- Why
- To discuss the impact of violence and the path to peace.
COCOMI
Kuki Groups
Territorial Integrity
COCOMI
The state's territorial integrity is non-negotiable.
Kuki Groups
Demand a Union Territory with a legislature.
Local Governance
COCOMI
Strengthening local governance should not undermine Manipur's unity.
Kuki Groups
N/A
- Civil Society Group Interviewed
- COCOMI (Coordination Committee on Manipur Integrity)
- COCOMI Convenor
- Khuraijam Athouba
- Main Issue
- Ethnic violence and its aftermath
- Location
- Manipur
- Topics of Concern
- Infiltration, narco-terrorism, social fabric destruction
