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Manipur

American  
[muhn-i-poor] / ˈmʌn ɪˌpʊər /

noun

  1. a state in northeastern India between Assam and Myanmar (Burma). 8,620 sq. mi. (22,326 sq. km). Imphal.


Manipur British  
/ ˌmʌnɪˈpʊə /

noun

  1. a state in NE India: largely densely forested mountains. Capital: Imphal. Pop: 2 388 634 (2001). Area: 22 327 sq km (8621 sq miles)

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While the valley areas in Manipur, including its capital, Imphal, are largely inhabited by the Meiteis, Kuki-Zos predominantly live in the surrounding hills.

From BBC Feb. 10, 2026

"From about 290 camps initially, we've brought the number down to around 260," a senior Manipur government official said.

From BBC Oct. 30, 2025

This was his second attempt to return home - the first, in 2010, was blocked by the Manipur government, which cited the risk of unrest and security concerns.

From BBC Oct. 27, 2025

Beoncy Laisharam - a doctor in the north-eastern state of Manipur - recounted the experience of one of her patients, whose transgender daughter was unable to give blood for his treatment.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2024

I reached Manipur on June 20th, and a day or two after wrote to the Maharajah, calling to mind my letter respecting the Aya Pooielship, and again requesting Thangal’s removal.

From My Experiences in Manipur and the Naga Hills by James Johnstone, chevalier de Johnstone

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