"Modi Condemns Shocking Ethnic Violence in Manipur as Disturbing Video Surfaces"

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi broke his silence on the deadly ethnic clashes in Manipur, expressing his outrage over the assault of two women who were paraded naked by a mob. The incident, captured in a widely shared video, drew massive public outrage. The clashes in Manipur, triggered by an affirmative action controversy, have left over 130 people dead since May. Modi called for the guilty to be punished and urged state governments to ensure the safety of women. The state police have made an arrest in the case, and a thorough investigation is underway. The Supreme Court expressed concern and demanded action from the government. Opposition parties and rights activists have criticized Modi's silence on the issue.
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