Imphal, Jan. 29 -- A massive forest fire that broke out in the Dziiko Valley has spread to Mt. Esi, the highest peak in Manipur, and has been burning uncontrollably for the past two days, triggering serious concerns over the ecological impact on the biodiversity-rich region.
Volunteers from the Song-song Youth and Students Organisation (SSYSO), along with residents of nearby villages, have been battling the blaze on the ground. However, the intensity and spread of the fire across the rugged mountainous terrain have overwhelmed local efforts. Eyewitnesses said that despite sustained attempts by youth volunteers, the fire continues to advance rapidly.
No formal report has yet been issued by the state government. However, several local leade...