Imphal, May 21, 2026: Assam Rifles, in coordination with Kangpokpi Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), organised a security meeting with Kuki and Naga Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) at New Keithalmanbi Police Station in Manipur on May 20, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen peace and communal harmony in the region.
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| Assam Rifles personnel interact with members of Naga and Kuki communities, police officials and civil society representatives during a peace and security meeting held at Kaimai, Tamenglong district, Manipur. (Image: X/official_dgar) |
The meeting witnessed participation from representatives of Kuki and Naga CSOs along with officials from Assam Rifles, Kangpokpi Police and CRPF. During the interaction, participants held discussions on prevailing security concerns, maintenance of law and order, communal harmony and the importance of peaceful coexistence amid the ongoing tensions in the state.
Officials said the meeting concluded on a positive note, with all participants expressing their commitment to collectively work towards peace, stability and harmony in the region.
In a separate initiative on the same day, Assam Rifles also organised a Civil Society Organisation meeting at Kaimai in Tamenglong district. The meeting was attended by 25 representatives, including village leaders, youth members, police officials and civil administration representatives from both Naga and Kuki communities.
Discussions at the Kaimai meeting focused on maintaining peace and harmony, preventing the spread of rumours, discouraging support to armed cadres and ensuring smooth movement along National Highway-37, a crucial lifeline route in the state.
Representatives from both communities reportedly affirmed that the area remains peaceful and assured continued cooperation with authorities in maintaining stability and preventing further escalation of tensions.
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The meetings are part of broader confidence-building measures being undertaken by security agencies and civil authorities in Manipur to encourage dialogue, coordination and community participation in maintaining law and order amid the prevailing situation in the state.
Officials emphasised the importance of community cooperation and mutual trust in ensuring long-term peace and stability across conflict-affected areas of Manipur.
