A fresh wave of tension has swept across Manipur after the Coordination Committee (CorCom), a coalition of armed insurgent groups, declared a statewide shutdown on December 11 and 12 to oppose President Droupadi Murmu’s visit.
In its statement, CorCom announced that the shutdown would begin at 1:00 a.m. on December 11 and remain in force for the entire duration of the President’s stay. The group clarified that essential services—such as medical care, fire services, water supply and ritual-related activities—would be exempt from the bandh.
President Murmu is expected to arrive on December 11 and participate in the state-level observance of Nupi Lal on December 12, an annual event honouring the Manipuri women who stood against colonial-era oppression.

CorCom alleged that the President’s visit would not contribute to peace or development but instead deepen hostility among communities amid what it claimed to be an ongoing “proxy war.” The organisation said it “condemns and boycotts” the visit.
Drawing parallels with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit on September 13, CorCom accused the Centre of attempting to “divide Manipur.” It described the President as a “colonial authority” and accused the Government of India of undermining the unity and integrity of Manipur, also referred to as Kangleipak.
The announcement comes at a time when Manipur remains sharply polarised, raising concerns about disruptions and heightened tensions during the two-day shutdown.


