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Three members of the banned G-5 militant organization have been arrested in Manipur for allegedly threatening participants of the recently concluded Sangai Festival. The G-5, comprising five proscribed organizations, issued threats and demanded public apologies from festival attendees due to their participation. The police have registered five cases related to the threats and are investigating further. The Sangai Festival, held after a three-year gap, experienced low turnout amidst ongoing ethnic tensions and protests by internally displaced persons. The Manipur Police have assured that strict action will be taken against attempts to disrupt cultural activities.

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Militants Arrested for Threatening Sangai Festival Participants in Manipur

Imphal, Manipur – December 5, 2025 – Police in Manipur have arrested three militants belonging to the banned G-5 organization for allegedly issuing threats to individuals who participated in the recently concluded Sangai Festival. The arrests were made in the Imphal West and Imphal East districts.

According to a senior police officer, five cases have been registered in connection with the threats. The G-5, a collective of five proscribed organizations – UNLF, KCP, KYKL, Prepak, and Prepak (Pro) – had previously imposed a one-year ban on four drama troupes and demanded public apologies from stall owners and festival participants before December 10.

The Sangai Festival, a significant tourism event aimed at promoting Manipur, was held after a three-year hiatus. The festival was held despite the ongoing ethnic conflict between the Imphal Valley-based Meiteis and adjoining hills-based Kukis since May 2023. The conflict has resulted in over 260 deaths and the displacement of thousands. It is believed that the low turnout at the festival was partly due to protests by internally displaced persons (IDPs).

“Investigations are underway to identify and apprehend other individuals involved in issuing these threats,” the police officer stated. The Manipur Police have assured the public that strict action will be taken against any attempt to intimidate or disrupt cultural activities and public events in the state. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla had previously emphasized the importance of the Sangai Festival as an outreach platform for tourism stakeholders.

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