Guwahati, Sept. 11 -- The air of scepticism around Prime Minister Narendra Modi's proposed visit to Manipur is palpable as experts try to gauge its possible impact

Written by Pradipta Guha

Is Prime Minister Narendra Modi finally landing in Manipur?

As per the buzz, he will reach the violent-torn state on September 13.

And reports suggest preparations are in full swing ahead of the much-awaited trip.

But what is noteworthy is the mixed response to the PM's visit.

While Kuki groups havewelcomed thevisit as "rare andhistoric," hopingit will bringattention totheir grievancesand encouragesteps towardpeace and reconciliation, several Meitei and valley-based organizations have announced aboycott of hisvisit.

Their argument points towards ...