Radicalism in Manipur: The Slaying of Church Leaders and Its Aftermath The brutal killing of three church leaders in India's Manipur state sent shockwaves across the country and beyond.
This incident has left many wondering about the complex interplay of Hindu, Buddhist, and indigenous religious traditions in the region, which has long been a powder keg of communal tensions.
Background on Manipur's Complex Religious Landscape Manipur is a small state located in the northeastern part of India, sharing borders with Myanmar and Nagaland.