Weapons with rival groups a challenge, ongoing dialogue only way to bring peace in Manipur: Eastern Army Commander

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Stating that the ongoing dialogue at the political and civil society level is the only way forward for a permanent solution in the ethnic violence-hit Manipur, Eastern Army Commander Lt General RP Kalita on Wednesday said the availability of firearms with the rival groups and influx of people from outside are the key challenges in restoring peace in the Northeastern state. Speaking to mediapersons at Fort William here, Lt General Kalita, who is set to retire on December 31, said: “The availability of weapons with both the communities (Kukis and Meiteis), whether stolen from Manipur police armoury or obtained from...