In what is arguably one of the largest public gatherings in Manipur since the outbreak of the ethnic conflict in 2023, a massive rally was held by the Meiteis and Nagas in Imphal on Saturday. The demonstration follows a recent flare-up in tensions involving both groups and the Kuki-Zo community.

Organised by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), the rally was held to demand lasting peace, justice for victims of the prolonged crisis, safe resettlement of internally displaced persons, and abrogation of the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement with Kuki militant groups.

Naga apex body, United Naga Council (UNC), endorsed Saturday’s rally.…