The Centre has postponed census operations in Manipur following civil society demands. This decision came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level review meeting. The Manipur High Court had previously put a hold on census-related activities. Various communities seek an NRC revision before the census to prevent legitimizing illegal immigrants. However, Kuki-Zo leadership and their CSOs have voiced opposition to this demand.

Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh urges against shutdowns while advocating for NRC update amid rising tensions over Census and immigration.

The first phase of Census 2027 (house listing) in Manipur was scheduled to start from September 1 and continue till September 30 | India News