Will Meiteis be included in ST list?

The STDCM has taken at least 6 resolutions in the public convention to press for it's demand. But, what will be the stand of the government?

Manipur: STDCM to hold mega public convention over ST demand

With no reassurances from the government of Manipur regarding the demand for the inclusion of the indigenous Meitei community in the ST list of India, the Scheduled Tribe Demand Committee of Manipur, or the STDCM, will be holding a mega public convention on the 13th of October to decide on their future course of action. […]

Manipur: Want action on ground, demands protesters on ST status

The Schedule Tribe Demand Committee Manipur demanding ST status for the Meiteis has said that mere verbal assurance from Chief Minister N Biren Singh was not enough and that the committee wanted to see action on ground. Talking to Northeast Live, STDCM general secretary K Bhogendrajit said that the Committee wants the CM’s assurance converted […]

Manipur govt takes note of protests demanding ST status for Meiteies

Chief Minister Biren Singh said the Manipuri society is complex and the interests of every community need to be taken into consideration.

Manipur: Demand for ST status for Meteis grows louder by day

The STDCM warned that if the government continues to remain indifferent, the organization will resort to “other intensive forms of agitation”.