Manipur Students Face Schooling Hurdles Amid Ongoing Tensions Following Recent Violent Clashes In Region

Students from the Pangal community are currently unable to attend schools located in Meitei-dominated areas due to persistent security concerns. The situation escalated following a violent clash between residents of Khangabok and Sangaiyumpham on <b>October 18</b>, which resulted in the <b>death of one man</b> amid intense stone-throwing incidents. Local authorities are monitoring the volatile situation as community leaders express deep concern over the disruption of education for children caught in the crossfire. The ongoing instability has created a climate of fear, preventing students from traveling across sensitive zones to reach their educational institutions safely. Officials are working to restore normalcy while ensuring the safety of all residents in the affected districts.