Protests Erupt in Manipur Over Census Without NRC Implementation

In Imphal, Manipur, protests erupted against the upcoming Census 2027, with demonstrators demanding the implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) beforehand. Tensions escalated as police used tear gas to disperse crowds, resulting in injuries. The Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) Students’ Wing led the protests, arguing that the Census should not proceed without verifying citizenship. As the situation intensifies, further demonstrations are planned, highlighting the ongoing debate over citizenship verification in the region. This protest marks a significant escalation in the JFD's campaign against the Census exercise.