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The Urgent Need for Peace and Justice in Manipur: A Shameful Reality

Introduction: In recent times, the people of Manipur have been witnessing distressing scenes of naked women being paraded, openly molested, and raped by hooligans. This shocking display of violence and degradation highlights the utter failure of law and order in the region. As concerned citizens, we are appalled and deeply saddened by these acts, which are not only an embarrassment but also a disgrace to our nation, our culture, and our society. It is high time for the political class to rise above their self-interests and find a solution to the Manipur issue, putting an end to such heinous crimes.                        The Failure of Law and Order: The video footage capturing the heinous acts against women in Manipur has brought to light the alarming state of lawlessness prevailing in the region. It is a sad reality that the people are losing patience and faith in the ability of the political class to addr...

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