Meitei, Kuki, Naga leaders set for first crucial talks in Delhi on October 15
Oct 14, 2024
New Delhi [India], October 14 : In a notable turn of events, Meitei and Kuki MLAs and representatives are set to meet on Tuesday with Naga MLAs and leaders for the first time since the violent crisis erupted on May 3, 2023 in Manipur.
The talks, organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs, is learnt to take place on Tuesday in the national capital.
The move marks the first direct discussions between Kuki and Meitei representatives, highlighting the Centre's commitment to facilitating dialogue between the two fractured communities.
The discussions aim to find solutions to the enduring crisis and restore peace in the region.
As per sources, the participating Meitei MLAs and ministers include Thongam Biswajit, Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata, Thounaojam Basantakumar, Khongbantabam Ibomcha, Dr. Sapam Ranjan, Thokchom Radhe-shyam, and Tongbram Robindro.
The Kuki community will be represented by Letpao Haokip, Paolienlal Haokip, Haokholet Kipgen, and others. Naga MLAs and ministers participating in the talks include Awangbow Newmai, L. Dikho, and Ram Muivah, said sources.