COCOMI, AMUCO, and FOCS push joint agenda for peace and justice in Manipur
Why Meitei Organizations Unite Amid Ongoing Ethnic Tensions
In a powerful demonstration of solidarity, three leading Meitei organizations unite to voice urgent demands before the central government. COCOMI, AMUCO, and FOCS have come together to push for highway reopening, rehabilitation of displaced families, and improved law and order in Manipur.
This historic unity emerges in response to over a year of ongoing violence, road blockades, and humanitarian crises following ethnic unrest. Their united front aims to ensure swift and coordinated intervention by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
Highway Access: A Key Demand from United Meitei Organizations
One of the most urgent points raised as Meitei organizations unite is the demand to reopen NH-2 and NH-37. These vital roads connect Manipur to the rest of India but have been frequently blocked due to ethnic violence.
COCOMI spokespersons argued that reopening these routes would restore access to food, fuel, and emergency medical supplies. They urged the Home Ministry to deploy central paramilitary forces to guarantee safe passage and prevent renewed disruption.
Meitei Organizations Unite to Support Displaced Persons
Another top concern for the coalition is the rehabilitation of over 60,000 displaced residents. Many of them still reside in overcrowded relief camps without proper health care or security.
By uniting, the Meitei organizations call for a coordinated government plan that includes:
- Safe return of displaced families
- Reconstruction support
- Protection from further threats
These demands reflect a broader plea for restoring the region’s socio-political fabric.
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Improved Security: A Shared Priority as Meitei Organizations Unite
Security remains a key pillar in the joint memorandum submitted to the Home Ministry. The Meitei organizations unite around shared concerns over ineffective policing and the slow deployment of central forces.
The three groups have demanded:
- Increased deployment of CRPF and BSF
- Enhanced surveillance in vulnerable districts
- A special security review panel
They argue that without stability, any attempt to restore normalcy will fail.
Learn more about how the Ministry of Home Affairs manages internal conflict.
What This Unity Means for Manipur
This is the first time Meitei civil organizations have formed a consolidated action plan. Their unity signals a shift in strategy—from fragmented activism to structured negotiation.
By uniting, these groups are amplifying their message nationally. Their meeting with the Home Ministry is scheduled for early July, and it is expected to lay the groundwork for future peace initiatives in the region.
Support the United Meitei Movement
The public can support this peace-focused movement in multiple ways:
- Stay informed via reliable news platforms
- Amplify awareness using the hashtag #MeiteiUnite
- Participate in peaceful rallies
- Encourage local representatives to prioritize Manipur’s crisis
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