Government Bans Nine Meitei Extremist Groups in Manipur
In a significant development, the Indian government has declared a ban on nine Meitei extremist groups and their associate organizations, primarily operating in the state of Manipur. The ban comes as a result of their anti-national activities and fatal attacks on security forces. These organizations have been outlawed for a duration of five years, under various sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
The banned groups include Peoples’ Liberation Army (PLA) and its political wing Revolutionary Peoples’ Front (RPF), the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and its armed wing Manipur Peoples’ Army (MPA), as well as various other organizations such as Peoples’ Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), Kanglei Yaol Kanba Lup (KYKL), Coordination Committee (CorCom), and Alliance for Socialist Unity Kangleipak (ASUK). These bans extend the sanctions already imposed on several of these groups years ago.
According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, these extremist organizations have openly declared their aim of obtaining independence for Manipur through armed struggle, including the incitement of indigenous people to support secession. The MHA’s notification portrays the groups as engaging in activities against the integrity and sovereignty of India, including armed attacks on security and police forces, as well as civilians. Additionally, they are accused of intimidation, extortion, and looting in order to fund their illegal activities.
The MHA has expressed concerns about these groups’ interaction with foreign sources to garner support for their secessionist activities, including receiving arms and training. The ministry also issued a warning about the potential escalation of secessionist, subversive, terrorist, and violent activities if immediate action is not taken.
The ongoing ethnic clashes between Meitei and Kuki communities in Manipur have fueled the violence, resulting in more than 180 deaths since May. The root causes of these clashes revolve around grievances over various issues, including the scheduled tribe status for Meiteis. Meiteis make up 53% of Manipur’s population and reside predominantly in the Imphal Valley, while the tribal communities, comprising Nagas and Kukis, account for 40% and primarily live in the hill districts.
The ban on these extremist organizations reflects the government’s commitment to curbing anti-national activities and restoring peace and stability in the state of Manipur.
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