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Tourist Arrivals in Manipur Plummet After 2023 Ethnic Conflict, Says CM
✍️ indiatodayne.in
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 10:16 PM
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Manipur's chief minister reports a sharp drop in tourist inflow since the ethnic clashes of 2023, raising concerns for the state's tourism sector.
Manipur's chief minister highlighted a significant reduction in the number of visitors to the state following the ethnic clashes that erupted in 2023. The downturn, observed across major tourist hubs, has been attributed to safety concerns and travel advisories issued in the aftermath of the unrest.
Local businesses that depend on tourism, including hotels, transport operators, and guide services, have reported lower occupancy and reduced bookings. The chief minister emphasized the need for restoring confidence among domestic and international travelers to revive the sector.
State officials are reportedly working on enhanced security measures and promotional campaigns aimed at showcasing Manipur's cultural and natural attractions. However, no specific timelines or targets have been disclosed for a recovery in tourist numbers.
The decline underscores broader economic challenges for the northeastern region, where tourism forms a vital source of income and employment. Stakeholders await further policy interventions to address the lingering impact of the 2023 conflict.
Local businesses that depend on tourism, including hotels, transport operators, and guide services, have reported lower occupancy and reduced bookings. The chief minister emphasized the need for restoring confidence among domestic and international travelers to revive the sector.
State officials are reportedly working on enhanced security measures and promotional campaigns aimed at showcasing Manipur's cultural and natural attractions. However, no specific timelines or targets have been disclosed for a recovery in tourist numbers.
The decline underscores broader economic challenges for the northeastern region, where tourism forms a vital source of income and employment. Stakeholders await further policy interventions to address the lingering impact of the 2023 conflict.