Guwahati, Feb. 24 -- Manipur has been a flashpoint of political instability, ethnic strife, and social unrest, for over 21 months. The state's troubles have long been fueled by complex factors, historical grievances, deep-rooted ethnic divides, and unresolved political issues. Yet, it is the recent political developments and the decision to impose President's Rule that have brought the situation to a head.

In January, when Ajay Kumar Bhalla was appointed as the Governor of Manipur, there was cautious optimism. Many hoped his arrival would signal a new chapter, one that would address the underlying tensions and guide the state toward stability.

However, this brief hope soon dissolved as, just 38 days later, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh ...