Historic: UNLF signs peace pact with GoI
First Published: 29th November, 2023 20:41 IST
The UNLF signed a mutual ceasefire agreement paving the way for a negotiated settlement
The UNLF, Manipur’s oldest valley-based armed group, signed a peace agreement with the Centre and the Manipur government today. The UNLF signed a mutual ceasefire agreement paving the way for a negotiated settlement.
Taking to X following this big development, Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the Modi government’s relentless efforts to establish permanent peace in the Northeast have added a new chapter of fulfillment as the UNLF signed a peace agreement in New Delhi today.
UNLF, the oldest valley-based armed group of Manipur has agreed to renounce violence and join the mainstream, Shah stated adding that he welcomes them to the democratic processes and wishes them all the best in their journey on the path of peace and progress. The breakthrough with the UNLF, led by Kh Pambei, is significant as until now, no valley-based Meitei outfit had ever come to an agreement with the Centre or participated in peace talks.
In a statement, the ministry of home affairs said that this was the first time a valley-based Manipuri armed group has agreed to return to mainstream by abjuring violence and agreeing to honour the constitution of India and the laws of the land. The agreement will not only bring an end to hostilities between UNLF and security forces which have claimed precious lives on both sides in the past but also provide an opportunity to address the longstanding concerns of the community. The agreement is poised to give a fillip to usher in a new era of peace in the Northeast and Manipur, the MHA statement added.
On Sunday, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said his government was holding talks with an Imphal Valley-based insurgent group. He had ensured that a peace accord would be signed soon.
Also Read : #LinDeep: Randeep-Lin ties the knot following Meitei rituals and traditions
COMMENTS
TOPMOST STORY NOW
Live Brother of BSF Jawan Deepak Chingakham Who Died in Cross-Border Firing by Pakistan in Jammu Appointed ASI in Manipur Police on Compassionate Grounds
11th July 2025
Live Maikhuli Villagers Protest MoU Over Assam-Meghalaya Border, Demand Return of Fishery
11th July 2025
Live Chhangur Baba Received Rs 500 Crore in Foreign Funds for Illegal Conversions: Anti-Terror Squad
11th July 2025
Live Taiwan Detects 9 Chinese Warships, 1 Aircraft Breaching ADIZ Amid Rising Tensions
11th July 2025
WE RECOMMEND
Brother of BSF Jawan Deepak Chingakham Who Died in Cross-Border Firing by Pakistan in Jammu Appointed ASI in Manipur Police on Compassionate Grounds
In a significant gesture honouring supreme sacrifice and national service, the Governor-in-Council of Manipur today approved the appointment of Chingakham Naoba Singh as Assistant Sub-Inspector (Civil Police) under the State Home Department on compassionate grounds. Naoba Singh is the younger brother of Late Constable (CT) Deepak Chingakham, a brave BSF jawan from Yairipok Yambem Mathak […]
11th July 2025
Centre Sanctions Rs 1,066 Cr For Flood And Landslide Hit Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya and Mizoram
These states have experienced heavy rainfall, massive flooding, and multiple landslides during this monsoon season.
10th July 2025
Olympian Mirabai Chanu Flags Off 134th Durand Cup Roadshow in Manipur
Durand Cup Roadshow: This marks only the second time Manipur is hosting a leg of Asia’s oldest football tournament.
10th July 2025
Manipur Congress Slams State’s IDP Return Plan as ‘Hollow’ and Misleading
The Congress has urged the state and central governments to ensure genuine, permanent solutions rather than short-term makeshift arrangements.
09th July 2025
Manipur: Six Arambai Tengol Members Arrested for Assaulting Police During Bishnupur Bandh
According to police, the group was directly involved in a physical attack on law enforcement personnel during the bandh.
09th July 2025