Overview

• Thirty-three tribal militants were killed following clashes between tribes and ethnic groups over economic benefits and quotas.
• Violence erupted on May 3 and has led to over 60 deaths and the displacement of 35,000 people in recent weeks.
• The Indian government has sent in thousands of paramilitary and army troops to find those responsible for attacking civilians.
• Tensions remain high in the northeastern state as the Indian home minister plans to visit.
• Ethnic clashes threaten stability in the remote and ethnically diverse region.