Imphal, June 30 -- Tensions in Manipur have intensified after the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), Sadar Hills, accused Naga armed groups, including the NSCN-IM, of pursuing what it described as a "balkanization" agenda that threatens peace and stability in the state.

In a statement, CoTU alleged that the groups have been allowed to operate with excessive freedom, posing a serious threat to public safety, disrupting livelihoods and undermining stability across the Northeast.

The committee further claimed that recent political developments in the state are being driven by what it termed "radicalised Tangkhul leaders" from Ukhrul. According to CoTU, these elements are attempting to trigger fresh hostilities between the Kuki and Naga comm...