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New Delhi | September 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Manipur on September 13, in what would be his first trip to the violence-hit state since the outbreak of ethnic clashes last year. The proposed high-profile visit comes as the region continues to grapple with instability, security challenges, and demands for reconciliation.
Why This Visit Matters
Manipur has witnessed recurring violence since May 2023, with ethnic tensions between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities leading to over 200 deaths and displacing nearly 70,000 people. Sporadic incidents of arson, armed clashes, and protests continue to haunt the state.
The Prime Minister’s proposed visit is being viewed as a significant political and symbolic step one aimed at addressing criticism that the Centre has not engaged directly on the ground.
Planned Schedule
According to officials, PM Modi is likely to:
- Visit relief camps housing thousands of displaced families.
- Hold meetings with state leaders and security agencies.
- Possibly extend the visit to Mizoram, another northeastern state that has been affected by the refugee influx and border tensions.
While the final itinerary remains under discussion, security preparations are already underway with the Army and paramilitary forces on alert.
Political Reactions
- BJP leaders in Manipur have welcomed the move, calling it a “healing gesture” and a chance to restore public confidence.
- Opposition parties, however, argue that the visit comes “too late” and may be more about political optics than actual conflict resolution.
- Civil society groups in the state have urged Modi to use the trip not just as a symbolic show of strength, but as an opportunity to announce concrete measures for rehabilitation and justice.
Ground Reality in Manipur
Even today, many parts of Manipur remain under heavy security presence. Internet restrictions, which have been imposed intermittently over the past two years, reflect the fragile situation. Relief camps are overcrowded, with displaced families still waiting for permanent resettlement and livelihoods.
Residents say they hope the Prime Minister’s visit will bring not just assurances but action.
Parting Thoughts
PM Modi’s proposed September 13 visit to Manipur could mark a turning point in how New Delhi engages with the state’s prolonged crisis. While the symbolism of the visit is strong, its true test will lie in whether it delivers long-term peace and rehabilitation for a region still scarred by violence.
For the people of Manipur, this visit is not just political theatre it is a plea for healing.
