The conflict has resulted in at least 250 deaths, widespread displacement and reports of sexual violence, keeping Manipur in a state of constant turmoil. The roots of dissent in the state can be traced back to 1949, when many allege Manipur was coerced into joining the Indian Union after Independence. Teaming up with Boong in his endeavour, is his close friend, a Marwari boy, a so-called outsider in the state. The Revolutionary People’s Front, the political wing of the People’s Liberation Army in Manipur, imposed the ban and that still continues. As Boong turns the spotlight back to Manipur, it serves as a testament to the enduring spirit and creative resilience of a people pleading for peace and attention despite decades of upheaval.

Source: The Telegraph February 23, 2026 06:11 UTC