The Zomi Council, representing the Zo people, has officially demanded Union
Territory (UT) status carved out of the northeastern Indian state of
Manipur. This move comes in pursuit of greater autonomy and recognition for
the Zo community. The demand for UT status reflects longstanding grievances
and aspirations of the Zo people for self-governance and cultural
preservation. The issue adds to the complex landscape of ethnic and
regional demands in India’s northeastern region, where various communities
seek unique administrative arrangements to address their specific needs and
identity concerns.
Territory (UT) status carved out of the northeastern Indian state of
Manipur. This move comes in pursuit of greater autonomy and recognition for
the Zo community. The demand for UT status reflects longstanding grievances
and aspirations of the Zo people for self-governance and cultural
preservation. The issue adds to the complex landscape of ethnic and
regional demands in India’s northeastern region, where various communities
seek unique administrative arrangements to address their specific needs and
identity concerns.
