Imhal : Amendment to the Indian constitution, Article 3 for the protection of indigenous people and early restoration of peace and normalcy in the strife-torn Manipur was among 8 charters of demands submitted to the Prime Minister by the All Manipur United Clubs’ Organization, (AMUCO), an apex body of clubs in Manipur.

Nando Luwang, president of the AMUCO has submitted the demands in a memorandum through the governor of Manipur Anusuiya Uikey at the Raj Bhavan, Imphal on Thursday.

The Prime Minister of India has been urged for an immediate cessation of armed violence.

The memorandum states,

1. Immediate cessation of armed violence: A cessation of all forms of armed violence to halt the ongoing bloodshed and suffering.
2. Peace process and resettlement measures for internally displaced persons: The initiation of a comprehensive peace process, alongside the implementation of measures to rehabilitate and support internally displaced persons affected by the recent violence.
3. Amendment to the Indian Constituion, Article 3: A proposal for the amendment of Article 3 of the Indian Constituion by inserting a clause to safeguard the territorial integrity of Manipur and to provide legal protection against future attempts at division.
4. Immediate implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC): An expedited implementation of NRC IN Manipur to identify and address the issue of illegal immigrants, thereby ensuring the state’s security.

5. Endng the formation of ethnic-centric political units by constituting a district reorganization committee: Cessation of the formation of ethnic-centric political units based on ethnic boundaries including a) Any form of separate administration, b) The dismantling of Kangpokpi district (formerly Sadar Hills) and c) The reorganization of Bishnupur district.
6. Creation of special administrative zones:
   a) Establishment of a Moreh special administrative zone and b) establishment of a Beihang special administrative zone.
7. Protection and conservation of community/reserve forests: Strengthening the Manipur State Darbar Resolution of 1932 to protect and conserve community and reserve forests, promoting environmental sustainability.
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8. Eradication of narco-trade and poppy cultivation: Development of effective mechanisms to eradicate narco-trade and poppy cultivation in Manipur, addressing the root causes of these issues.

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