Imphal, April 7 -- The Meitei (Manipuri) community residing in Myanmar, overwhelmed by the devastating March 28, 2025, earthquake, sought an urgent plea for international assistance.

The minority ethnic group, also known as "Kathe" or "Ponna," descendants of historical deportations from the former kingdom of Manipur, is seeking medical, financial, and relief aid.

In a video circulated on social media, a Manipuri woman in Mandalay sought help and financial assistance from the Meitei communities residing in different parts of the world.

The woman stated that the recent earthquake caused unprecedented and extensive damage in the Meitei residing areas in Myanmar including the temples and dwelling houses, mainly in the eastern states of Kac...