Manipur Government Employees Launch Nationwide Cease-Work Strike

On Thursday, employees of several government departments in Manipur announced a cease-work strike after months of failed negotiations over wage hikes and job security. The walkout began in the capital Imphal and quickly spread to other districts, with workers from the health, education and municipal sectors joining the protest. Hospitals, schools and local councils have halted operations, causing significant disruption to public services. The state government has called for dialogue, but the strike has already prompted calls for a swift resolution to restore normalcy.