Meira Paibis
On 24th June, 2023, the Indian Army's Spear Corps accused women activist Meira Paibis in Manipur of obstructing routes and interfering in security operations amid ongoing rioting and unrest in the state.
About Meira Paibis
- Meira Paibis (Women torch bearers) is a women's social movement in the Indian state of Manipur.
- Referred to as the "guardians of civil society", Meira Paibi dates to 1977 in present Kakching district.
- Also known as ‘Imas’ or ‘Mothers of Manipur’, these are Meitei women who represent a powerful moral force in Manipur’s civil society.
- They come from various sections of society in the Imphal valley ....
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