“Manipur Gazette of 1963: A clear proof of no Kuki hills being their in the state”, Organiser, June 15, 2024:
“The Manipur Gazette of 1963, during the territory’s Part-C status under direct rule by the Union of India, offers a glimpse into a bygone era when Kukis were sparse in number and settled in specific pockets of land.
Fast forward to the present day, the scenario has drastically altered, with Kuki settlements spreading across various districts such as Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Bishnupur, Churachandpur, and others like Jiribam, Tengnoupal, and the Sadar Hills Development Block.
However, this demographic transition has not been without its controversies. The rapid influx of Kuki-Chin populations has raised concerns about the preservation of indigenous tribes like the Aimol, Tarao, and Khoibu, who now face the looming threat of extinction. Manipur’s cultural and social fabric, once defined by its diverse tribal communities and their unique identities, is now at a crossroads as these communities struggle to maintain their ancestral lands and traditions amidst demographic pressures…..”
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