Thousands in India’s Manipur mark three years since ethnic clashes began
Summary
Thousands of people in Manipur, a state in northeastern India, gathered to remember three years since ethnic violence began between the Meitei majority and the Kuki-Zo minority. The conflict started over land and political control and has caused almost 260 deaths and forced about 60,000 people to leave their homes.Key Facts
- The violence began in May 2023 in Manipur, India.
- It is between two ethnic groups: the Meitei majority and the Kuki-Zo minority.
- The main causes are arguments over land and political power.
- Nearly 260 people have died because of the conflict.
- Around 60,000 people have been displaced, meaning they had to leave their homes.
- Thousands of people protested to mark the three-year anniversary of the violence.
- The protests took place in Manipur state.
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