India, Oct. 20 -- Manipur's Director General of Police (DGP), Rajiv Singh, on Sunday, underscored the importance of peaceful dialogue as the only lasting solution to the ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities.

Addressing the gathering at the 134th Raising Day of Manipur Police, Singh acknowledged the immense difficulties the police force has encountered since the conflict erupted in May 2023.

He reaffirmed the department's ongoing efforts to restore peace and normalcy in the violence-affected state.

"These have been extremely difficult times, but we continue to respond with strength and unity," said the DGP. "We are working hard to resolve the issues as quickly as possible, and we have seen notable improvements over...