Mon Jan 13 07:31:17 UTC 2025: ## Army Chief Reports Progress in Manipur, Violence Persists
**New Delhi, January 13, 2025** – Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi stated today that the security situation in Manipur is improving due to collaborative efforts by security forces and government initiatives. While acknowledging the continued occurrence of cyclical violence, he highlighted ongoing measures such as enhanced surveillance, increased border dominance along the Myanmar border, and the construction of fencing.
General Dwivedi’s comments came during his annual press conference at the Manekshaw Centre. His assessment contrasts with the grim statistics revealed in the Union Ministry of Home Affairs’ 2023-24 annual report, which indicates that Manipur accounted for 77% of violent incidents in northeastern India last year. The ethnic violence that erupted in May 2023 has resulted in over 250 deaths and thousands of FIRs related to serious crimes, including rape, murder, and arson.
Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla recently urged state police to utilize legal options, such as the National Security Act, to address the ongoing unrest. The situation remains a significant concern, despite the Army Chief’s report of progress.
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