A high-level meeting was held in Senapati district on Monday to discuss the present situation in Manipur. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho and Home Minister Konthoujm Govindas, was attended by nine MLAs from the state ruling government, including Naga legislators Awangbow Newmai, Leishiyo Keishing, Khashim Vashum, K Kumo Sha, and Janghemlung Panmei. Nine representatives from the United Naga Council (UNC), led by its president NG Lorho, were also present.
The meeting was described as fruitful and cordial by MLA Thokchom Radheshyam, the Government spokesperson. He emphasized that the meeting served as an ‘ice-breaker’ and that further discussions will be held to find solutions to several issues, including the ongoing economic blockade along the national highways. The UNC president NG Lorho stated that the meeting with ministers and MLAs focused on the way forward to bring peace in the state.
During the discussions, the council’s four-point charter of demands was deliberated, and the government requested that the UNC lift the ongoing blockade. However, Lorho stated that they will not end the blockade along the national highways until the demands are addressed and fulfilled. He further warned of stringent actions if demands are not met.
Lorho also said that they want further talks to be held in Senapati, not in Imphal. The UNC has enforced an economic blockade along the national highways since June to demand justice for the six Naga men killed in Kangpokpi district after allegedly being abducted from Leilon Vaiphei village on May 13, 2026. The UNC’s four charter of demands also include removal of Nemcha Kipgen from the post of Deputy Chief Minister, abrogation of SoO agreement with Kuki groups, and declaration of KNF (P) as a terrorist organisation.
Further discussions will be held to find solutions to several issues, including the ongoing economic blockade along the national highways.
