Overview

• Police say youths vandalised banners and cutouts for the prime minister’s visit on September 11 at Pearsonmun and Phailien, leading to multiple detentions and two arrests.
• Crowds massed outside Churachandpur police station on September 14, blocking roads and pelting stones until officers moved to disperse them.
• The two held youths were subsequently released, and officials said the situation was brought under control.
• Modi made his first trip to Manipur since the 2023 violence on September 13, addressing gatherings in Churachandpur and Imphal and unveiling 31 projects worth about Rs 8,500 crore.
• The visit followed renewed talks with Kuki‑Zo groups under the Suspension of Operations and tighter security efforts, while critics argue development drives must be paired with justice, accountability and inclusive dialogue.