Imphal, June 29 -- Fresh tensions have emerged in Manipur's Imphal East and Kangpokpi districts amid reports of renewed activity by armed groups in the Khamenlok and Dolaithabi areas and growing opposition to the proposed resettlement of displaced Meitei families.

The state government's initiative to facilitate the return of displaced indigenous Meitei families to their native villages in Dolaithabi under Saikul Sub-Division has sparked protests from members of the Kuki-Zo community.

Under the banner of the Kuki Inpi Saikul, protesters staged a peaceful demonstration on Sunday, describing the proposed resettlement as a unilateral move undertaken without the consent of all stakeholders.

Community leaders said they are not opposed to rec...