Elections are not what we desire. In the event of elections, what will happen? Our kids are arguing with each other. This fight ought to be over. Both in the center and in Manipur, the BJP is in power. PM Narendra Modi is still being silent. It seems like we have no one here, even with a government. Then, what purpose do elections serve?
Oinam Asalata Devi, a resident of Manipur's capital city of Imphal, displays anguish and rage on her face as she speaks this. Every night, Oinam and her women protect the area out of fear that violence may break out again.
Since May 3, 2023, or over the past 11 months, there has been violence in Manipur between the Meitei and Kuki communities. Two stages of elections will be held for two Lok Sabha seats in the midst of this turmoil. On April 19, voting will take place for the Inner Manipur seat. On the other hand, elections for Outer Manipur are scheduled on April 19 and April 26, respectively.
Violence turned Meitei and Kuki against one another. There have been 219 deaths in this battle. In 349 relief camps, almost 58,000 individuals are residing away from their homes. The number of voters is unknown to the Election Commission. Numerous people's documents burned in the fire. His voter card is not with him. Consequently, it is quite difficult to include these individuals in the election process.
As of right now, there is still mutual fighting and attacks. A group of 400 individuals stormed the SP and Collector offices in Churachandpur, which is governed by Kuki, on February 15. In an attempt to subdue the throng, security personnel opened fire, killing two persons. In addition, there is also a tendency of kidnapping troops and police officers.
In Manipur, the BJP is the biggest party in an alliance with the NPF and NPP.
In Manipur, the BJP is the biggest party. It has formed partnerships with a few regional parties. This coalition includes the National People's Party, or NPP, and the Naga People's Front, or NPF. The only candidates fielded by the BJP are from Inner Manipur.
