Manipur ethnic violence inquiry commission gets seventh extension until May 2027

The Centre has granted a seventh extension to the inquiry commission investigating the ethnic violence in Manipur, directing it to submit its final report by <b>May 20, 2027</b>. According to an official government order, the panel will thoroughly examine the origins, escalation, and administrative responses to the deadly clashes that erupted on <b>May 3, 2023</b>. The prolonged ethnic unrest between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities has resulted in more than 300 fatalities and displaced thousands of residents. Initially established with a deadline of November 2023, the commission is tasked with investigating potential official lapses, evaluating containment measures, and analyzing the sequence of events that fueled the widespread turmoil across the state.