Imphal, May 26 -- The Manipuri Gorkha Union has expressed deep concern and strong condemnation over the recent incident involving personnel of the 4th Maha Regiment, who reportedly stopped a Manipur State Transport (MST) bus carrying a media team en route to cover the Shirui Lily Festival in Ukhrul.
The personnel allegedly demanded the removal or concealment of the word "Manipur" from the bus's signage. This act is not only inappropriate but also deeply disrespectful, undermining the sentiments of the people of Manipur and the state's integrity-especially during a period of ongoing unrest and turmoil said Bhanu Pratap Rai, President , Manipuri Gorkha Union.
The Nepali-speaking community in Manipur-the Manipuri Gorkhas-has consistently mai...