• On July 23, 2021, the Imphal court summoned Kuki leaders in response to a media interview they had given regarding violence in Manipur.
• The court sought clarification from the Kuki leaders about the comments made in the interview, which were perceived as inflammatory and potentially inciting violence.
• The summons was issued to ensure that the Kuki leaders explained their statements and provided a more nuanced understanding of the situation.
• Manipuri society is multicultural, and tensions between different ethnic communities have existed in the region.
• Given the sensitive nature of the issue and the potential for further unrest, the court summoned the Kuki leaders to assess and address the impact of their statements.
• The court process aims to promote dialogue, understanding, and peaceful resolution of conflicts among different communities in Manipur.
• The summons also serves as a reminder that freedom of speech carries responsibility, and individuals must exercise it in a manner that does not incite violence or harm communal harmony.