Internally Displaced Persons

Manipur's government has deferred expansion of its Council of Ministers amid continuing violence and security concerns, with further appointments reportedly likely to be considered after the October Durga Puja period.

The newly launched People’s Reformation Party has announced plans to contest 40 of Manipur’s 60 Assembly constituencies in the 2027 election. The party says its platform will focus on peace, public order, youth participation, internally displaced persons' welfare and greater accountability in governance.

The Supreme Court’s scrutiny of deaths in Manipur relief camps places greater attention on the processes of relief, rehabilitation, investigation and accountability. The court’s directions also highlight the need for proper documentation, post-mortems and timely investigation in cases involving displaced people. As the 2027 Assembly election approaches, rehabilitation and governance issues are likely to remain important areas of public and political discussion.

Pradip Phanjoubam is a journalist and political commentator from Manipur. His work focuses on Manipur's political, social and conflict-related developments. His analysis can provide context on the state's evolving political landscape and the issues surrounding the 2027 election.