President Murmu visits Manipur amid shutdown
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Why in news
President Droupadi Murmu visited Manipur on December 11, 2025, during a shutdown by extremist groups to address the plight of internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Background
The Coordination Committee of seven Imphal Valley-based extremist groups maintained a shutdown during the President's visit. Civil society groups COCOMI and Arambai Tenggol urged the President to address the issues of IDPs in the state.
Facts for Prelims
- PostDroupadi Murmu: President of India
- PlaceSenapati district: A district in Manipur visited by the President
- FactCoordination Committee: Comprised of seven Imphal Valley-based extremist groups
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in ensuring the rehabilitation and security of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in conflict-affected regions like Manipur.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional bottleneck: Delays in formalizing IDP status and providing long-term housing and livelihood support
- Security-Development nexus: Difficulty in establishing normalcy in areas with active extremist group influence
- Social cohesion: Addressing ethnic grievances to prevent further communal polarization and displacement
Keywords: Internally Displaced Persons · Internal Security · Ethnic Conflict · Civil Society Advocacy · Rehabilitation
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