Manipur one year on: Meitei-Kuki couples forced to live apart, contemplate uncertain tomorrow

In Manipur's troubled times, Meitei-Kuki couples face separation and uncertainty. Ethnic clashes have forced many couples to live apart, with one spouse in the valley and the other in the hills. Mothers see their children once a month, and fathers like Laishram Singh haven't met their newborns. Fear of abandonment looms large, straining family bonds. Many are considering leaving the state for a fresh start, as peace seems elusive amidst ongoing conflict.