In Search of Peace in Manipur: Lessons from Nagaland

Gurinder Singh
Col. Gurinder Singh was Research Fellow at the Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi. read more
Volume:32
Issue:6
Articles

Manipur has witnessed a rise in insurgency-related violence in recent years. Ordinary people are caught in the crossfire between different ethnic insurgent groups and the security forces. This paper examines the ceasefire in neighbouring Nagaland and argues that a similar ceasefire with better monitoring and enforcement could usher in relative peace in Manipur. Since the agreement on suspension of operations with Kuki insurgents is already in force and there is relative calm in Naga areas, an offer of a ceasefire to all groups is likely to bring down violence

Keywords: Manipur, Nagaland, Northeast India