Manipur’s Oldest Militant Group UNLF Abandons Arms, Signs ‘Historic’ Peace Pact With Govt

Imphal: In a significant development, the United National Liberation Front (UNLF), an extremist group entrenched in Manipur, inked a historic peace agreement with the Indian government on Wednesday, pledging to abandon violence. Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the event as a momentous milestone, emphasizing the Modi government’s unwavering commitment to fostering lasting peace in the Northeast.

A historic milestone achieved!!!

Modi govt’s relentless efforts to establish permanent peace in the Northeast have added a new chapter of fulfilment as the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) signed a peace agreement, today in New Delhi.

UNLF, the oldest valley-based armed… pic.twitter.com/AiAHCRIavy

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 29, 2023

The UNLF, recognized as the oldest armed group in Manipur’s Imphal valley, has now committed to forgo its militant activities and embrace mainstream participation. Minister Shah, in a social media post, expressed his enthusiasm for this achievement, extending a warm welcome to the UNLF into democratic processes and wishing them success on their journey towards peace and progress.

The peace agreement signed today with the UNLF by the Government of India and the Government of Manipur marks the end of a six-decade-long armed movement.

It is a landmark achievement in realising PM @narendramodi Ji's vision of all-inclusive development and providing a better… pic.twitter.com/P2TUyfNqq1

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 29, 2023

This peace accord, marking the culmination of a six-decade-long armed movement, is a testament to the government’s dedication to realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of inclusive development. Minister Shah emphasized that this agreement signifies a landmark achievement in providing a brighter future for the youth in Northeast India, aligning with the broader goal of all-inclusive progress.