Protests spread across Manipur over the killing of three Meitei men; police seize 24 firearms and arrest 17 people

Protests erupted across Manipur following the killing of three Meitei men on October 19. Authorities reported the arrest of 17 individuals linked to Kuki militant groups during a police operation on October 23. The home minister highlighted public opposition to extending the Suspension of Operations agreement with these groups. Demonstrations included a mass protest in Imphal organized by the Federation of Haomee.