46th Raising Day of KCP: Condemns civilian killings and raises allegations on Manipur crisis

The Central Committee of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) is observing its 46th Raising Day on April 14. In connection with the raising day the outfit extended greetings to the people of Kangleipak and WESEA, while placing a series of political and historical assertions regarding the ongoing situation in Manipur.
In a statement of the Central Committee, the party conveyed revolutionary greetings to civil society organisations, women’s groups, intellectuals, public leaders, media fraternity, human rights activists, students, youth, farmers, workers, and all sections of society. It also paid tribute to those who have lost their lives in the course of the movement and expressed solidarity with individuals who have been injured, imprisoned, or are facing hardships.
The KCP expressed deep sorrow over recent incidents, including the killing of two children in a bomb attack at Tronglaobi in Bishnupur district and the reported deaths of three youths in firing allegedly by CRPF personnel during subsequent protests. The outfit extended condolences to the affected families, though the claims could not be independently verified.
On the broader situation, the statement alleged that the violence in Manipur since May 3, 2023 reflects a pattern involving coordinated actions by armed groups and security forces. It claimed that several Meitei villages have been attacked, leading to casualties and displacement, while movement along certain highways remained restricted, although some improvement has been observed in recent times.
The outfit further accused authorities of pursuing a “divide and rule” approach, alleging that divisions are being fostered among communities. It also made claims regarding a “proxy war” and alleged support to certain groups, including logistical and financial assistance. Additionally, the statement raised concerns over alleged cross-border infiltration from Myanmar, changes in settlement patterns, and environmental impacts such as deforestation and water-related issues.
The KCP also referred to a Manipur Government cabinet sub-committee formed in early 2023 to identify alleged illegal entrants, stating that its functioning was disrupted following the outbreak of violence in May.
Alongside its political assertions, the statement presented a detailed historical narrative, claiming that Manipur has long held geopolitical significance in Asia. It cited various historical records and colonial-era accounts to argue that the region had defined territorial boundaries and political strength in earlier periods.
References were made to traditional chronicles such as the Cheitharol Kumbaba, as well as works by colonial writers, to support claims about historical boundaries and the evolution of the state. The statement also mentioned the establishment of the Manipur State Assembly on October 18, 1948, and referred to the merger of Manipur with India on October 15, 1949, which it alleged occurred under coercive circumstances.
The statement argued that Manipur’s identity has evolved over centuries through the integration of diverse communities, maintaining that this shared historical and cultural foundation forms the basis of its nationhood.
Drawing on comparative perspectives, the KCP referred to the rise and fall of the Roman Empire to argue that political entities evolve over long periods and decline due to multiple internal and external factors. It also cited ideas of Carl Jung and Jared Diamond to suggest that collective identity and socio-political developments are shaped by long-term historical and environmental processes.
Expressing concern over what it described as threats to the socio-economic structure and demographic balance of the region, the outfit stated that ongoing developments have created hardship and uncertainty among the population.
The KCP called for unity among indigenous communities, urging people to overcome divisions and work collectively towards peaceful coexistence and shared progress.