'Can't go back' - families in violence-hit Indian state fear resettlement deadline
Summary
Thousands of people in Manipur, India, are living in temporary shelters after ethnic clashes displaced them two years ago. The government plans to close these shelters by December, but has not given clear details about where the displaced people will be resettled. Communities remain divided, with ongoing tensions between the Meitei and Kuki groups.Key Facts
- Ethnic violence in Manipur between the Meitei and Kuki groups began in May 2023.
- The violence resulted in at least 260 deaths and displaced about 60,000 people.
- The Indian government plans to close temporary relief camps by December 2023.
- Residents from these camps may be moved to pre-fabricated housing units, but locations remain unclear.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced plans to build 7,000 new homes for resettlement without specifying locations.
- Manipur remains divided, with security forces maintaining separation between the Meitei and Kuki communities.
- Many displaced individuals fear losing their homes permanently and worry about not being able to return.
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