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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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Singh can play a "significant role" in bringing peace in Manipur, says journalist Kshetrimayum Premchand, who belongs to the Meitei community.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

While some Manipur residents and analysts told the BBC they see hope in his leadership, others remain sceptical.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

Muivah himself was born in Manipur - a reminder that the Naga identity extends far beyond Nagaland's borders.

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2025

Today, Manipur is divided into two camps, with Meiteis inhabiting the Imphal Valley and Kukis living in the surrounding hill areas.

From BBC • Aug. 8, 2024

Knowing I wanted a friend to cheer me in my loneliness, he had very kindly accepted the permission of his department to accompany me on a tour through the hills to the north-east of Manipur.

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