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Manipur Protest Continues: Third Day of Sit-Ins Amid Rising Ethnic Violence
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 01:37 AM
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Protesters in Manipur have staged sit‑ins and mass strikes for the third consecutive day as ethnic violence escalates in the state.
Hundreds of residents in Manipur’s capital Imphal and surrounding towns have taken to the streets, setting up sit‑ins and calling for a mass cease‑work to protest the recent surge in ethnic violence. The demonstrations have persisted for three days, with participants demanding an immediate halt to the clashes and a comprehensive investigation into the incidents.
The unrest follows a series of violent episodes between different ethnic groups in the state, which have left several people injured and heightened tensions across the region. Protesters accuse local authorities of failing to protect vulnerable communities and of not addressing the root causes of the conflict.
Police have maintained a visible presence at key protest sites, attempting to keep the crowds calm while ensuring that the demonstrations remain peaceful. Officials have urged the public to refrain from any acts of violence and have promised a review of security measures.
The protest leaders have called for a dialogue between community representatives and state officials, demanding transparent accountability and the deployment of additional security forces to prevent further bloodshed. The situation remains fluid, with authorities monitoring the situation closely as the protests continue.
The unrest follows a series of violent episodes between different ethnic groups in the state, which have left several people injured and heightened tensions across the region. Protesters accuse local authorities of failing to protect vulnerable communities and of not addressing the root causes of the conflict.
Police have maintained a visible presence at key protest sites, attempting to keep the crowds calm while ensuring that the demonstrations remain peaceful. Officials have urged the public to refrain from any acts of violence and have promised a review of security measures.
The protest leaders have called for a dialogue between community representatives and state officials, demanding transparent accountability and the deployment of additional security forces to prevent further bloodshed. The situation remains fluid, with authorities monitoring the situation closely as the protests continue.