Manipur: Amid the continued travel restrictions affecting the populace between Kangpokpi and Churachandpur, the Working Committee of Kuki Civil Society Organisations (WCKCSOs) has issued a stern 36-hour ultimatum demanding an immediate end to what it terms an “uncivilized and undemocratic blockade.”
According to the Spokesperson of the Working Committee Kuki CSOs Thangminlen Kipgen, the indefinite restriction—which has been in effect since July 15 has inflicted immense hardship on commuters, cutting off essential supplies and escalating tensions in an already fragile region.
Further, allegations were made against valley based CSO for “inflaming sentiments” of members of the unsuspecting Liangmei community, particularly in areas through which Kuki-Zo travellers regularly commute.
The WCKCSOs warned that if the blockade is not lifted within 36 hours, a total blockade of essential supplies along Asian Highway/National Highway-2 will begin from 7:00 AM on August 8, continuing indefinitely until the matter is addressed.
The NH2 is a major lifeline of Manipur, in earlier instances, bandhs in these areas have affected daily life in the state due to the impact of essential supplies.
