The Kuki-Zo Women's Forum has called for the reimposition of President's Rule in Manipur, arguing that the ongoing crisis in the northeastern state is primarily political rather than a security issue. The organisation said deploying additional security forces alone would not address the underlying problems.

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In its statement on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the forum stressed that a political solution was necessary to resolve the continuing crisis. It maintained that the situation required meaningful political intervention rather than an approach focused mainly on law enforcement and security deployments.

The organisation also reiterated its demand for a separate administration for the Kuki-Zo community, describing the demand as essential for its survival. The position highlights the continuing disagreement over the political and administrative arrangements needed to address the situation in Manipur.

The forum's demand for President's Rule comes amid ongoing concerns about stability, community relations and governance in the state. President's Rule places a state under direct central administration under the constitutional framework when the conditions specified in Article 356 are met.

The demand also brings renewed attention to calls for political dialogue and administrative changes as part of efforts to address the crisis. However, the forum's statement represents its position, and the supplied report does not indicate that the central government has announced any decision to reimpose President's Rule.

Manipur has faced significant ethnic tensions and political challenges, making questions of security, representation and governance central to discussions about the state's future.

The latest statement underscores the need to distinguish between immediate security measures and longer-term political solutions. Whether the demand leads to further consultations or a policy response remains to be seen.