Manipur mourns the tragic loss of two young cabin crew members, 21-year-old Meitei woman Nganthoi Sharma from Thoubal and 28-year-old Kuki man Lamnunthem Singson from Kangpokpi, killed in the Air India crash in Ahmedabad. In a state divided by ethnic strife, their deaths have united the Meitei and Kuki communities in a rare, heartfelt moment of shared grief and solidarity.

On March 9, women from Thongju Bokul Makhong Village in Manipur organized a sit-in protest to express their anger and concern over the ongoing violence in the state. They demanded that the central government take immediate steps to end the prolonged unrest and restore peace. The protesters also urged authorities to address the root causes of the conflict and ensure the safety of all citizens. The protest comes months after deadly ethnic clashes erupted in Manipur, leading to widespread destruction and loss of life. In response to the escalating violence, President’s rule was imposed in the state, but the situation remains tense, with sporadic clashes continuing in various regions. The women at the protest called for stronger measures to curb the violence and bring stability to the state.