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26 June 2026

Manipur economic blockade impact

The topic provides critical context on the socio-economic impact of internal security challenges and federal governance issues in Manipur, which is useful for framing answers on regional instability and food security.

1 min read Day 1 of 7 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Economic blockade in Kangpokpi district, Manipur, has been active since May 13, causing severe shortages of essential goods.
  • Essential commodities inflation: LPG cylinders selling for ₹5,000, petrol at ₹250-₹280 per litre, and 50-kg rice bags at ₹4,000.
  • National Highway-2 (NH-2), connecting to Dimapur, is the primary supply route for 70% of daily needs in Kangpokpi and remains blocked.
  • Ethnic conflict in Manipur has resulted in approximately 300 deaths since May 3, 2023, with 40 deaths occurring since the revocation of President's Rule on February 4.
  • Demographic composition of Manipur involves three major groups: Meitei (Imphal valley), and Kuki-Zo and Naga (surrounding hills).
  • Security measures: Security forces have begun dismantling illegal bunkers set up by village volunteers along NH-2 to facilitate supply convoys.
  • Social impact: Shortages have forced residents to switch to induction cooking, leading to power grid strain and frequent outages of 7-8 hours.
  • Administrative challenges: Elected representatives in affected districts face difficulties in physical movement and governance due to the security situation.

Part of a longer story

This is day 1 of 7 in Manipur supply chain and infrastructure stability, which has been running since 26 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Examine the socio-economic implications of prolonged economic blockades on the internal security and supply chain resilience of the Northeastern states. 150 words
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  2. Ethnic conflicts in border states pose a significant challenge to national integration and administrative governance. Discuss the role of state and central security apparatus in maintaining the integrity of critical infrastructure like National Highways during periods of civil unrest. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which National Highway serves as a critical arterial road for the supply of essential goods to the Kangpokpi district of Manipur?

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