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**Summary:**

Representatives from two Meitei civil society groups, COCOMI and FOCS, met with officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in New Delhi on Tuesday to discuss the ongoing crisis in Manipur. COCOMI reiterated the stance that Manipur is indivisible, criticized the Union government’s handling of the situation, and highlighted recent incidents. FOCS focused on reframing the narrative surrounding the conflict, arguing against portraying the Kuki-Zo communities solely as victims and calling for a more strategic and principled approach. Both groups emphasized the need for immediate action on issues like the return of displaced people and justice for missing individuals. Both delegations reiterated the stance that Manipur “was, is, and shall always remain an indivisible entity”.

**News Article:**

**Meitei Groups Urge Stronger Government Action on Manipur Crisis, Reiterate Indivisibility**

**NEW DELHI, May 27, 2025** – In separate meetings held today with officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), representatives from two prominent Meitei civil society organizations, COCOMI and FOCS, presented their perspectives on the ongoing crisis in Manipur, emphasizing the need for a more decisive and nuanced approach from the Union government.

The Coordination Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), led by convener Khuraijam Athouba, stressed that Manipur “was, is, and shall always remain an indivisible entity,” echoing resolutions passed at the Manipur People’s Convention earlier this month. COCOMI criticized the government’s handling of the crisis, alleging negligence or strategic prolongation for geopolitical gains. The group urged the MHA to address the anger and frustration felt by many in Imphal under President’s Rule and restore a popularly elected government. They highlighted an incident where a state bus carrying journalists was forced to cover the word ‘Manipur,’ calling for governmental action.

The Federation of Civil Society (FOCS), led by President B.M. Yaima Shah, focused on the need for a “moral reframing” of the conflict. FOCS argued that framing the Kuki-Zo communities solely as victims of brutality overlooks the complex, militarized nature of the conflict. The group warned that failing to adapt to the current threat environment could enable further violence. They further pressed the government to take a principled stance against the demands for a separate administration by Kuki-Zo communities.

Both COCOMI and FOCS representatives called for immediate government intervention to address critical issues, including the safe return of displaced people, justice for the missing, and redressal of grievances experienced by affected families. COCOMI clarified its stance, affirming its engagement exclusively with the Government of India on matters related to the crisis and rejecting the legitimacy of Kuki-Zo Suspension of Operation groups and narco-terrorism.

MHA officials, led by North-East Advisor A.K. Mishra, assured the delegations that their concerns were noted and pledged to take necessary action. Both sides expressed a commitment to maintain communication and continue dialogue with the shared goal of restoring peace and stability in Manipur.

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