‘Modi Epitomises the Fault-Line Between North East And Rest of India; His Deliberate Silence Hurts’

[@jane_angel]

I am a meitei from Imphal, when my 7 yrs old daughter asked will she still see her kuki friend when her school reopens i have tears in my eyes, like her i have many kuki friends. When Prof Bimol said "it hurts" we can all feel it. We common and ignorant people are just blaming and hating each other while the Government watch it silently.

[@Nachosuperhero]

You are making me cry. I am Kuki and my 9 year old son best friend was a Meitei. It hurts that they will never get to be together.

[@nabakumarsingh8006]

It really makes me cry.

[@jemiesingson9558]

😢

[@premth2023]

@@Nachosuperheroplease don’t lose hope. We all will be fine. Peace and love to all

[@zougamvangkho5630]

Very sad in these war only innocent people will suffer...

[@mysticmac651]

I am a Naga and I've never heard of this Gentleman before but I'm impressed. very impressed ... well explained and very satisfied... He was never in favour of anyone but spoke on behalf of everyone, I applaud your knowledge.. you're a wise man, we need leaders who have this mindset. Somebody please help me with his name ... Big fan Big fan .

[@nanaomachasalam7935]

Prof. Akoijam Bimol

[@mysticmac651]

@@nanaomachasalam7935 Thanks Buddy

[@bahunrobotmoirangthem7695]

Dr. Bimol Akoijam, professor at JNU

[@willofD007]

We should learn from the mistakes made during british time. Nagas and meiteis are blood Brothers but now divided due to colonials policies

[@sixto_mungvzindia4564]

Am staying at manipur sometimes now. He's having sapam hair does that mean they have the same mindset? He speaks half British accent and half I don't know🤷‍♀ help me understand🙏 he sounds neutral because he's a sociologist cum geologist or help me understand??? Always referring British so he tried sounding British🇬🇧

[@KiloKiss0011]

Karan Thapar at his best to defend kuki.. but prof. Bimol nail it.

[@nilimaburh8240]

He is my Professor from jnu one of my favourite teacher... Happy to see him..

[@ambedkarkonthoujam5738]

I can see the proudness you have to be blessed with such a wise and good prof I am jealous of you buddy 😂

[@justforfunyt7694]

Love from manipur❤

[@Robvlog123]

Wow! We the northeast are blessed to have people like Dr.Bimol and Alfred K Arthur.I pray that our brothers and sisters from Manipur will send these two gentlemen to represent the Northeast in parliament.

[@unknown-sl8xp]

Manipur always produces great people be it Naga Kuki/Mizo or Meitei

[@Superman-kp5so]

Already sent to represent Manipur in Parliament

[@jangyuhbeatrice5311]

Mr. Karan Thapar's bias or inclination towards a particular side is apparent, and it appears that he may have shown favoritism. Salute to Prof. Bimol Akoijam.

[@Tatatatatatattttatata]

He seems to have the mindset of “minorities are always right and question should be only on majority so and so”.

[@Aegishemam25]

Damn true

[@Nao20244]

No, its Journalism . He is asking tough questions to dig truth . I believe he would also do the same if he interview a Kuki

[@jangyuhbeatrice5311]

@@Nao20244 @Nao20244 @Nao20244 I know he is asking tough questions as always, and that is why we love watching and supported him, however, at this particular episode don't you see the kind of inclination from the way he ask questions, if you don't , I rest my case.

[@Friendly-veggie1]

He is just maintaining the responsibility of a journalist asking tough questions

[@AdityaSharma-th1gl]

Literally Karan thappar must have in goosebumps when Prof. Bimol asked him why he thinks Haokip's voice is true😂

[@zakiurtmpak]

Absolutely

[@tampakleimaabujam3013]

I am not interested on politics but I will support oja Bimol , if he is a candidate of the coming parliamentary election. We like oja Bimol for his mature, qualified and patriotic man to save our motherland, Manipur.

[@PragatiPradhan-o2i]

I loved the way Dr Bimol has put Karan Thapar in place…. Loved how he pointed out that Karan Thapar is taking Haokip’s word at face value but dismisses others.

[@unknwn_usr3077]

We need proof

[@tkslama9310]

I think haokip speak based on facts

[@bipinwahengbam5908]

​@@tkslama9310 he needs to bring facts instead of assumptions.

[@venn9552]

​@@tkslama9310 the fact that kukis are building billion dollar narcotic industry which the meitei's are against? So the only solution is a separate kuki area with their own rule to continue & build this booming drvg market?

[@tkslama9310]

@@venn9552 kuki need to be separated from demonic meiteis

[@ashungmarchang2165]

One of the best interview so far....... We need intellectuals like Mr Bimol to lead the state and not those clowns who are in power right now

[@shinwaikhom1654]

Thank you Dr. Bimol Akoijam for enlightening the mainstream public with such clear and deep knowledge.

[@pawsakhithie4253]

Salute Prof. Bimol, we as the North Easterners need intellectual people like you to be our leader. Ignorance, corruptions, allegations have destroyed us more than we could ever realised.

[@randomguy4119]

I'm meitei I am ashamed of my people spreading fake news, killing burning and looting kuki's properties .. this professor is also lying, shame being majority and couldn't even erased tribals from manipur instead they got killed while attacking the tribals.. hopeless meitei my people

[@Blitzkrieg2024]

This is the characteristics of every kuki people. No shame in lying.@Pawsa A vivid example (this guy@Random Guy ).

[@pawsakhithie4253]

And i assume you are a meitei?

[@goodsamaritan208]

Meiteis want peace. They have nothing to gain from this violence. While the Kukis are maliciously opportunistic and demanding "separate administration" which is just a step to carve out a "separate state" out of Northeast.

[@randomguy4119]

@@Blitzkrieg2024 my meitei people please repent and stop lying in every social media platform ,every one has come to know the reality which we are spreading fake news and killing tribals it is our fault please there will be nothing left for us later infact we might be thrown out from manipur and we might go to our original place again i.e Burma, we should keep silent ASAP because we were the real refugees unlike naga's and tribals..

[@Victoryput]

One of the best interviews I have seen so far. Only interview where Karan Thapar has been taught a lesson as to how not to act oversmart.

[@ssam7384]

Exactly. Karan is a pathetic interviewer. He is more interested in giving an interview himself through the guest, rather than interviewing the guest.

[@a2ztips272]

This interviewer is always interrupting when the guest is going to give an important conclusion... What a pathetic...

[@bislong365]

😅😅😅👍🏼👍🏼😁

[@franklynvrd]

Stop gaslighting guests with your negative/chaotic and half baked questions!!!

[@fatangare]

This guy is really good and his research is commendable. Learned so many things. The way he said 'it hurts!' and 'do I have to explain my hurt' , just shook me

[@khombasingh4487]

I recently visited a Bank to reduce the interest loan on my home loan. I met a Kuki brother from Manipur who was working there. Although I just met him, he would call me personally and guide me what and how to tell to the Bank manager, which helped me in my interest rate reduction. This is the beautiful unspoken love and care we share. Lets hope we go back to the good old days soon!

[@LALTANPUIIBualchhuak-lw9lu]

This is a very beautiful massage

[@LALTANPUIIBualchhuak-lw9lu]

This world is not our home , we are just a Guest in this world.Why can’t we live peacefully.

[@nicintyanityaidd704]

@@LALTANPUIIBualchhuak-lw9lu very true .. our real home is back to Godhead

[@randomguy4119]

Meitei's are violence loving community..

[@sf6715]

This is the most intimate words after watching the interview. Hope ✌️ will be back soon in Manipur

[@balsonnaoshekpam6240]

Professor Bimol - a well educated & liberal citizen of India. Inspiration 🙏

[@laishramprasanjit7906]

Let's vote for Dr Bimol , the best person to represent us.

[@TheGeekyRicky]

Prof Akoijam should be the next Prime Minister of India. Like if you agree 👍

[@hmontecarlo9977]

u got 90 vote 🤣🤣

[@lilvainvain6373]

😂😂😂😂

[@laitonjampretorsingh619]

😂😂😂😅😅😅😅

[@TheGeekyRicky]

@@oni493 first delete your comment. Peeps will laugh at your Inglish language 🤣

[@oni493]

@@TheGeekyRicky first correct your English too bro

[@rhutukrishna7026]

No mainstream media made the issue as clear as this interview Kudos to karan Bimol ❤

[@akhonchawang204]

This is the first time I saw someone with intelligence. I appreciate how he pointed out the root cause of Manipur. If we are biased about one community we become blind on the other side. To know the real truth we should open our minds to listen to both sides of the coin to understand the situation. Small and poor states are fighting and dying and our PM did not utter a words. It seems he is not a PM for people but he is a PM for cows. we should immediately stop giving votes to this old stupid PM. We should stop fighting among ourselves at the end of the day it's our own loss and others will laugh at us. Wake up Manipur.

[@bidyasagarlaitonjam7419]

Absolutely appreciated your pov … not all political views or deeds can bring peace

[@bidyanandamayanglambam]

Appreciate it brother. At the end we all civilians only suffered.

[@kahoviayesumi3488]

our PM Modi's mentality is still that of a tea seller. He dresses expensively but his character is cheap. cheapest politician in the world .

[@thiyaml]

Very true,well said

[@nousername11851]

Indeed it is very sad to see innocent civilians suffer because of the incapability of the government. At the end of the day we are all humans Kuki or meitei. Outside of NE, 100% sure that no Manipuri will allow another Manipuri’s lives to be threatened or hard earned possessions and house to be burned down by outsiders. You’ll do the same for your family, friends and neighbours regardless of their background or ethnicity. Killing one another and burning down years of hard earned possessions won’t bring about any solution. Infighting has to stop first to come to a solution.

[@chandrakumarhijam4081]

Angomcha Bimol Akoijam whom I dearly called “Oja” literally meaning teacher/sir. It is truly an honour to have associated with you. Watching you closely, talking to you and listening to you are all a lessons for me. All for you, Oja.

[@TheLifeOfDeon]

Tamo Dr. Bimol Akoijam, you have actually woken up many people with your informative interview! Thank you so very much 🙏. Now I am convinced that the current conflict in Manipur is hugely influenced by the government. Modi keeping silent is the biggest eye opening thing! He has proven that he is silently watching as it is his political game plan. In the midst of this political game Meiteis and Kukis are losing innocent lives everyday! Our civilians are used as their tools/weapons for the political game. We all need to come together and fight with the government rather than fighting between us. My brothers Kukis, Nagas and Meiteis, Meitei Pangals and Nepalese and more, I am sure we can live happily together again if this dirty political game is cleansed! We can clean this together. Can we stop fighting and instead can we fight with this dirty government? I am hurt like Dr. Bimol and aren't you hurt? This interview is the biggest wake up call for all the communities in Manipur 😢.

[@AxAz12515]

Karan: In your interviews, please give the other person a chance to explain their position rather than you always interrupting them, with your voice and/or your fingers and being bombastic overall. Being a bit more humble and listening more than thinking of what you want to say next may not be a bad idea. I'm glad the professor was very clear on what he wanted to say than you paraphrasing his thoughts wrongly.

[@ShirazHansen]

I agree. Precious minutes were wasted in this conversation because of his constant interruptions.

[@SmolinovMaxim-jh1im]

His frequent interuption was a loss for us viewers.if Karan wanted to rephrase what ever prof Bimol said can't he just call up n tell it by himself.karan being a host should not be biased.

[@hansenng1028]

He is just a little bit more sophisticated version of Mr. Mujhe drugs do

[@kameipeimila9456]

Agreed

[@learningdiscourse2955]

Actually Karan Thapar interviews are like this only, as I have been watching since 30-35 yrs... Doordarshan days. Often the comment and the thought of the person giving interview is lost as the interviewer explains every point every time that what the other person intends to mean. But often these interviews are nothing but discussions making the listeners more informed.

[@FSSermons]

Everyone in Manipur should watch this. My high respect to Dr Bimol for his unbiased approach and respect of every humanity. My line of thinking on the present issue goes very very close to that of yours, Dr. Bimol.

[@JKMaiba]

I am an IDP from Churachandpur. I can't help myself to control my own tears when Prof. Bimol said "it hurts" (referring to PM's silence) 🙏🙏

[@neitsiriirhia]

❤️‍🩹

[@Blitzkrieg2024]

BIMOL AKOIJAM is the epitom of learnet academician of this country. Hats off 👏 🙌i

[@ngangompravinadevi8065]

You know that an interview has gone extremely well when Mr. Karan Thapar gives a smile at the end☺😇😇Very informative, unbiased and rationale interview. Thank you Prof. Bimol Akoijam🙏

[@teenpatti7600]

Yes! Just because Manipuri has a BJP govt do not meant Mr Thapar can be prejudiced towards anti Govt narratives and jumped to the conclusion that the Kuki propaganda is right. I m very happy that Prof Akoijam has lovingly corrected the prejudice of Karan Thapar on the ensuing Manipur violence. Great work Dr Bimol, keep shining my brother.

[@leoprem0078]

Thanks Bimol sir u the only person who can shut the mouth of Karan thapar.

[@sameerchaturvedi2]

Thanks for inviting Professor Bimol to make us understand the situation in Manipur which, according to him, is a problem that has its origins in colonial times.

[@jivsvlogs2399]

@@gattappa again , this kuki don't stop complementing as if only they are in trouble as if only churches , houses of kuki burnt. Come out of your one sided biased mindset. Both community are suffering .

[@DippinSauc]

​@@gattappa as usual illegal kuki blaming others, never themselves

[@pkabujam]

This is how a discussion is done. A huge respect for the two wise and learned men.

[@chingkheinganbichingakham3627]

Most thought provoking interview. Finally discussing the cause instead of blame game. Thank Dr. Bimol for your courage and knowledge.

[@JoshuaWangshol]

It would have been great if such personalities like Prof. Bimol Akoijam were in Politics and a leader. I would surely vote for him. This interview has been an eye-opener for me! Really appreciate it and hope that our politicians watch this.

[@ajitpuyam2726]

Now... he is elected as an MP

[@goumanglupheng2991]

Prof. Bimol is wise enough and well qualified to be the CM of manipur.

[@NaochaSalam-ub3mi]

I am completely overwhelmed by the speech made by professor A. Bimol Singh and will always remember this forever

[@akhanzzz9916]

More than a month has passed, yet our PM hasn’t even uttered a word. 75 years of independence yet not a single inclusion of northeast history in our textbook. It really hurts 💔

[@asawanted]

He doesnt really care about north east unless there is a benefit for him. Remember when Manipur is burning, elsewhere Karnataka elections were going on. Modi flew to Karnataka cz BJP was losing plot there. But he did not visit Manipur to address the problem.

[@blkscreen15]

As a Punjabi, I feel you. I don’t understand this gov. I am happy Punjab didnt elect BJP. NE politicians need to take the center stage and lead!

[@ceebeefrancis6246]

Its true, modi did not love NE PEOPLE

[@kok-kubui7556]

He is writing a super dialogue now...one day before the Parliamentary elections he will ochaestra it in Manipur

[@kazirahman-bw7cn]

bjp won manipur v because of hindyu meitis who was scared of bjp properganda as bjp was saying muslim bangladeshis infiltrating india threw north east and rohigyer muslims infiltrating india from myaamar

[@sandeepkumarcool]

Karan Thapar was finally outpowered by this man in this discussion.

[@nirmalarebello7373]

A wonderful interview! A truly intellectual conversation. Just a small point Karan: When having a conversation with a person who is obviously well versed with the topic, please allow him to complete what he's saying before interjecting! It woyld help us assimilate better.

[@nirupama6111]

So true

[@pangambammilan8205]

The attitude of the central government really hurts.

[@MeenaDevi-qt1uu]

So true

[@dhanachandrasanasam9705]

💯℅ love your comment ❤

[@Malem_Khaba]

Mr. Thapar suppresed the truism of interview, he didn’t allow interviewee to speak & finish his/her view. Beautiful interview, salute to Prof. Bimol sir

[@TeteRaateDongDong]

A couple of days back when I was talking to my mother on d phone, she expressed her anguish & hatred for Modi for his silence on d ongoing Manipur issue (incidentally, she was kind of a Bhakt). Although I agreed with what she said, I was indifferent, nor did I respond. This interview, when Prof Bimol said "the silence.... & not a single word....... it really hurts", That melted my heart & made me so emotional. This interview should be telecast in all d local TV channels (Kuki/Naga/Meitei) in Manipur.. I'm sure it would do wonders in dousing d violence & bring about some understanding amongst all communities. Let Peace prevail.

[@sindhunair-sg3gn]

Thanks professor .This is one of the best interviews wherein the professor clearly explained the crisis without taking sides . No iota of prejudice ,true emotions and was very honest .

[@Ingudam]

Thanks Oja Bimol. True knowledge, honesty, refused to be blemished by communal / ethnic lines and towards real problem solving. We need more thought leaders , real "teachers" like you. Truly honoured to have watched this interview. Thanks Karan Thapar for giving the voice of reason, truth and way forward.

[@tiewralyngdoh5943]

This show is wonderful. It's beautiful between two educated Indians who talk sense great respect

[@Luwangli]

I wouldn't say the same thing for Mr Thapar. Mr Thapar being Mr Thapar, he loves interrupting if his guests stray away from his pre-conceived narrative. Key takeaways: 1. Prof. Bimol: The Meitei's demand for ST is not so much to go and buy tribal land but to protect the valley area. If it's not scheduled, outsiders will overwhelm the valley - Tribal lands are already well protected. (Timestamp 20:20) 2. The same mechanism which is being implemented in Mizoram to check on infiltrators should also be extended to Manipur. (Very legit point) And Thapar being Thapar, he tried to put words in Prof. Bimol's mouth. Thapar vehemently tries to deny the infiltrators based on Haokip's interview. Prof.Bimol will not fall into his trap and responded with: "What makes you believe Haokip more than the other allegations? You tend to take on face value what Haokip says; but other allegations, you dismiss them?" (Timestamp 41:00 onwards) 🤭🤭 And lastly when Prof. Akoijam gets emotional on Modi's indifference and said "it hurts". He doesn't try to be biased like any of the Kuki brethens. He spits facts. Urging the Kuki brethens to please understand the Meiteis' plight for the ST inclusion and the fight to curbing the infiltrators. Let's work towards keeping ur homeland safe and prosperous. Peace out. 🙏

[@SnaBiSnaBi-du6pk]

​@@Luwangli Thank u! If anybody in power is watching, Pl note , this talk includes everything-past, present n solution..

[@drkeishamradhapyari116]

So grateful for the take aways 👍👍🙏🙏🙏

[@genesiuskharnaior747]

I agree. It hurts but can't fight bias thoughts. Their indifference, prejudice and lack of knowledge is saddening and laughable. Sadly this is the feeling I have experienced staying in Delhi since 2007.

[@sekumezu]

what about protecting the state from outside investments in Manipur comprising only 10% of land , why state allowing few businessmen outside and inside state to take control of the whole state and its policies , tribals and other minorities concern perhaps not unfounded.

[@sarang0727]

Sir Bimol nailed the interview 🙏 Huge respect to you Sir 🙏

[@Seasonedhunter114]

More people like him in meitei community will being PEACE faster.

[@sarang0727]

Both the community ok Peace out✌

[@eveevie8243]

I am from Meghalaya and I am broken to the core as I watch many news on this Manipur issue. Prof Bimol has proved to be a responsible and loving citizen who is unbiased and hurt of the present situation. His diverse knowledge brings light to political, cultural and demographic issues that the Government should take up to resolve many issues of the North East and Manipur in particular. Thanks to the Wire and Karan Thapar for this exclusive interview and bringing more light to the table. I DONOT doubt that there are many who misses and cries for one another in this bloodshed. Let Peace and harmony 🕊️ prevail.

[@chan_khudai]

Since the violence erupted, the first reasonable Meitei who understand the problem and also have genuine feeling of pain for Manipur conflict. I am sure we can reason together, no war can go on forever.

[@pushpanaorem4371]

Exactly..no one cares and we are at the loosing end ..

[@JoysonShaiza]

There are so many wars earlier too in history of Manipur between Communities but it has an end. So likewise, it will end and we will hug each other, play one another, cried a Kuki friend in arms of his meitei friend, dance a Naga guy with a Pangal guy again❤

[@chan_khudai]

​@@JoysonShaiza I don't think so...developing events indicate we are no more kids in communal violence 😂

[@Ymuivah]

The level of respect for Karan is now sky high.Very thoughtful and challenging argument from two wise man.❤❤❤

[@letstalkrawfootagewithango7763]

this is the episode , i have been waiting for ......thank you both especially Oja Bimol and hope Karan would learn more about Manipur .

[@omiyolourembam540]

This is the very interview that we all Indian need to see, specially mainland people of India including media personal, PM of India etc.

[@martinwairokpam7184]

This interview was lonngggg due. What we needed is an intellectual point of view of the existing chaos. Kudos to Prof Bimol, brilliant as always. And same goes to Karan, finally you have reached near to the truth of the matter.

[@khupsvaiphei3673]

No one has any proof that there is infiltration from Myanmar. Before this allegations, Meitei had a problem of alleged influx of labourers from Bihar, Bengal, UP, Marwaris, etc. Meitei killed few of them too to scare them away. It failed. After that, the state was peaceful until the present meitei CM came into the picture and started maligning the Kukis by calling us immigrants, refugees, etc. This was not new to Nagas, in fact, to malign us, it was the manipuri nagas to call us like that as we have a overlapping territorial claims between us. But it was new to the meiteis. The meiteis happily began to accept this false narrative of the nagas through the meitei cm biren singh. Biren is to be blame for his undiplomatic speech & behaviour. According to 1901 census, kukis constitute about 14.5% of the population and today it is 16% which is natural. So, stop this false narrative if meitei wants a peaceful life. Biren is like a Hitler who repeated a lie thousand times against the Jews till the German people accepted the lies. Be sensible meitei peoples.

[@mrbkuk8200]

So sad when he talks about PM and mentioned that he's not angry but it hurts😢😢,, he not only for manipur, he feel for NE, he is really a real being human, all his words clearly show his humanity, love and care for others,

[@paolunthangchongloi7927]

One of the best and eye opening talk between two well refined and gentle human.

[@JoysonShaiza]

Right

[@asangbichanu4667]

Yes,you are right

[@rajshreeh4607]

So proud to have such a knowledgeable and well spoken person like Prof. Bimol spitting facts fearlessly.

[@nghmar3190]

Yes, he is the kind of leader Manipur needed. Very intelligent, careful, outspoken person. Respect 🙏

[@Unmaskmeig]

We can bring peace together

[@nghmar3190]

@ridenthongam1991 Exactly, brother! Can we imagine what difficulties you and I are going face after this turmoil. Because of some greedy people in our society, innocent people are going to face the consequences of this turmoil. I feel very sad when I think about it.

[@abinaga7741]

Stimulating, gripping and so much depth. By far, one of the most informative and intellectual interview so far on the Manipur subject.

[@gyalilai4519]

I appreciate sir Dr. Bimol for pointing out all the facts which we, as a citizen of India, should know and understand the situation happening right now in our state Manipur. We, as a Manipuri, should all come together to unite and appeal for peace in the state ASAP🙏🙏🙏

[@Bertie.athenaeum]

Indeed. Dr. Bimol, as can be seen, is deeply intellectual and has a much deeper understanding.

[@indrajitningthoujam6184]

Such a great intellect, sir, respect from the bottom of my heart. Just 2 months before this crisis, I met one of my all-time best friend, my vaiphei classmate, after 12 long years as he was posted outside. Both of us were nostalgic, we talked, laughed together, and felt nothing has changed in both of us. But this crisis snatched all those silent smiles, now I don't know how to call him or what to say and talked about. Only I could pray for his well beings in silence. This interview gives us a ray of hope. We want peace and only peace.....

[@tsupinsoajangru5737]

One of the best talk till date with regard to Manipur issue. Thank you both sir Karan and Prof. Bismol. Hope this will have a fruitful result in solving the issues not only for Manipur but for the whole Northeast 🙏

[@ddaadmndarjeeling6500]

Hope good sense prevails in Manipur. My sincere respect to Prof Bimol Akhoijam, for being honest and for showing the true genesis of Manipur crisis to Indians. Learnt a lot from him about the apathy of Union government and the parliamentarians of our nation towards Northeastern people as a whole. Sincerely share the hurt with him. The discussion between Karan and Professor was in fact a good lesson for life .

[@Somaateesh]

Hats off to Prof. Bimol for such a candid debate. It's not easy to reason with Karan and in this case Karan has a pre decided conclusion in his mind and unwilling to listen to the nuanced reasonings given by Prof. Not everything can be binary black and white solution. Karan it'll help you to open your mind to appreciate Prof. Bimol's arguments and his insights.

[@Whyowhy123]

I appreciate Dr Bimol,👍 when he mention about how we northeast are marginalized, and how our PM turn away his face from northeast, popping up only when election comes.

[@dhanakumarthounaojam4032]

Thank you the Wire and Karan Thapar for bringing such a highly insightful, empathetic, biased free episode which starts from the root cause of the problem to the viable solution for a peaceful co-existence.

[@ranjitsingh1963]

For the first time i sow someone with a calibre to shut and break Thapar mischievous way to twist and turn. Prof. Bimal is highly intellectual this time karan is caught😂😂😂. He shut his mouth when he say even you as a media ferternity you were adding fuel to the fire. 👍👍👍

[@chackoeapen4200]

Thanks

[@FrinchJacob]

This interview won hearts ❤️🙏🙏 in hard times like this ..in wounds n in injuries we need more n more people like Sir Bimol. May Justice to All prevail .. long Live Manipur. Love to All who is watching this..🍀❤️💚 n infact it really badly hurts how PM Modi remains indifferent to the prevailing situation in Manipur. . I wont support him again if his attitude remains the same. We northeast Will not forget his attitude in our lives.

[@alokjaimen8833]

Modi sahib doesn't miss a chance to insult ans mock our Ex prime minister Shri. Manmohan Singh jee as a silent prime minister - who is so learned, wise and soft spoken and never avoided the honest questions of the Press. Now why our great 56" PM often hailed as lion by his followers - is at the loss of all expressions and words in all important national issues. What a lion!

[@sng9576]

He is a ‘Meow’ after all 😊

[@tonch8186]

He not a lion. He a cunning Fox wearing skin of a lion 🤣🤣🤣

[@Gamereternium-kh9xn]

I don't think that is mock. Hepointed out the flaws.

[@baibhabghosh2842]

Wow he is so intelligent, Dr Bimol was always right with his answers, not getting words put in his mouth by Karan unlike his other interviews.

[@zoestephen5342]

Agreed

[@emmelee7870]

The best interview so far on the current Manipur issue. Educative and neutral.

[@chingkheiayekpam6993]

Huge respect to you sir Bimol 🫡. And one request to all the people of Manipur, Peace cannot be achieved through violence, it can only be attained through understanding.

[@marzin13]

So good to hear history undiluted or unmanipulated. My respect for Prof Bismol Akoijam and Mr. Karan. Thank you.

[@marzin13]

I would say a healthy conversation, also 2 grown up boys arguing over the 3rd person....he said, you said....

[@khabanong1756]

The finest person we, at today's generation should learned from him, Mr Akoijam.. a true legend with the highest level of humanity...... May the almighty shine on you... oja Akoijam.

[@shillongmixbag5280]

An eye opening interview. Finally, Karan got his match!! The Professor was on🔥🔥🔥

[@Kholchandra]

Karan thapar bu neiba ngamba oja bimol khaktani , big salute to oja❤

[@Shine-y4x]

Yam chumme thagatchari sir Bimal bu Karan Thapar na yetpase taraga thawai prok prok chake nungside masak ase uraga

[@jagirbagti1712]

This is the main problems of northeast ethnic issues. Since I am from this region I support this arguments.

[@mariasuja5402]

I'm from TN. I'm crying for Manipur and praying for peace.

[@FootballKicks999]

Thank you sister for your prayers

[@Love_peace_humanity]

Thank you sister for your prayer for peace

[@nirupama6111]

Thanks sister ❤ 🙏

[@Thecountrysidelass]

A true son of Manipur, much respect to you sir Dr.Bimol

[@OnkarSingh-lq8ck]

Excellent interview, the Professor from Manipur has hit the nail on issue of Federalism vis-a-vis the Union Government, his suggestion for creating a Legislative council in Manipur to settle the issue of development was innovative! His talk of treating the people of Manipur as "citizens" and not as Kukis and Meities was very reassuring in terms of resolving the conflicts between the Hindu Meities and tribal Kukis, when both of them belong to same linguistic lineage!! But there is more than what meets the eyes !! The conflict has been communalised by the BJP, which needs to be doused!

[@premkumar9608]

Is NE not part of India. Why PM silent on this issue ? Strange behavior

[@ghostridermallu1835]

That is the result of voting a Rogue to power.

[@TheRhinodon]

Nothing strange about it. It's one of his failures. If he speaks and the Chaos still continues, then his brand image of 56-inch chaati will be proven to be a mirage, a propaganda, a false picture. His Branding cannot afford to take it. Imagine the guy who cud stop Ukraine-Russia war cannot stop civil war in his own nation!

[@Icecream-g91]

Step motherly treatment since time immemorial..

[@lealyan]

...because of politcs and religion?

[@panmeii9712]

​@@vijayakumarsamuel7748 but he is not punishing ARs who kill meiteis instead of kuki militants

[@molunpaulhrangbung1963]

What an intelligent and intellectual truthful discourses applaud you Prof. Bimol Akhoijjam

[@itharsonmomin]

Highly appreciated Sir Dr. Bimol we need more like you sir.

[@santanaangom3111]

Thank you Dr. A Bimol for the beautiful insight and an eye opening conversation for the country especially the entire northeast people. I have a feeling that your words will make us all unite and teaches our ignorant politicians a lesson. And thanks Mr Karan Thapar for hosting our learned professor in your show and for letting everyone know what is actually happening in the present torn state of Manipur.

[@LoijingandVsay]

Everyone who loves the state of Manipur needs to watch and learn from this intellectually powerful interview. I am extremely grateful to our Prof Bimol Akoijam for lending his voice for the betterment of everyone and Mr. Karan Thapar for bringing forth this chance that could harness a change for good and possibly an end to this terrible crisis.

[@malemnganba9]

One of the best interview so far✨ Huge respect to you sir Bimol! Perfectly elaborated,It is what we called educated person's perceptive as well as clearity..

[@abenthung9378]

He just said the same thing Pramot Singh is saying in refined words

[@josepkuki1756]

I am KUKI ,,,,, But respect You Sir Bimol,,,,,so unfortunate that some foolish are running the state

[@ArbinSoibam]

Nobody can defeat sir Bimol .. big salute from my side 🙏🙏🙏

[@JoysonShaiza]

Yeah bro

[@boben4u]

Such a wonderful solution elaborated very clearly and tactfully without hurting the sentiments of any comunity. Such persons are needed in the administration sector as well as in the education sectors. Its been a month and finally i could hear something good and satisfied myself with a feeling that "yes we have good peoples, who care and will solve the problems together. Thank you professor Bimol sir.

[@saurovthakur4069]

37:42 is interesting. Prof has to explain Karan the difference between Punjabis of Pakistan and India, Bengalis of Bangladesh and India...and similarly Kukis of India & Myanmar. Among Kukis too there are clear differences; I am from Assam(Ghy) and I can clearly see the difference between Assamese-Muslims and the recent Immigrated-muslim(from B'desh) in terms of culture and creed. Unlike western front our Eastern front is open and this is really a cause of grave concern. Most of the illegal immigrants have nothing to lose and when pollute water flows into a pond of still & clear water...one can imagine what might happen...

[@debashisharambam8998]

Thank you.

[@SmolinovMaxim-jh1im]

Rightly said brother but sadly the Indian government do not show interest.

[@padmahomeoah5173]

Sir Bimol speaks what is the truth and what is the wrong very nicely. He is perfect. Thank you, Sir Bimol.

[@gopendrasingh6798]

I really liked the way prof.akoijam has put his points.Salute to him.

[@wangbasenjam6486]

As I, a Meitei, scroll up the comments on this interview, my eyes get moist with those hopeful words of our Kuki brothers and sisters. Having been educated by a number of Kuki teachers, I sometimes wonder what the hell this bloody conflict is all about! All I want to see again in Manipur is peaceful coexistence and development of all communities and, of course, being sensitive to each other's genuine concerns!

[@sweetaverma4439]

Because of Biren Wrong policy...the two communities become enemy...shame on you Biren Singh

[@veesaga9355]

@sweetaverma4439 I agree Biren could have dealt this with more tact, but which policy are you referring to?

[@RandiSandres-ry5lb]

@@sweetaverma4439 bro, metei are all the same, if bimol is cm then also he will follow the path of Biren.. Killing hindu mainlanders from bihar,delhi,mumbai etc.. Burning india flag etc Meitei civil people dress up in police uniform and attacing kuki villages and killing innocent people.. Kuki are help less, meitei controlling media ,administration ,police force joint in burning n killing kuki people n so on

[@nimusanno-lx5nb]

@@veesaga9355 Biren has been doing this very tactfully, completely rational and successfully orchestrated this program of ethnic cleansing, so all credit goes to him, really! Look at how carefully executed it was, houses marked weeks before May 3 to avoid confusion when demolishing and burning down.. Shut internet so no word goes except whatever he feeds the media, if any inkling of Truth manages to surface in national media then quickly spread fake news and confuse the world that it's and ethnic clash not a genocide. This is why he is responsible!!

[@Sakura-gu4bi]

If all the fake accounts of meiteis with Kuki-Zo's names give you tears of joy, that's on you because we the real Kukis are sharing as much as possible on social media about the cunningness of this white shirt guy. Great that you hope for peaceful coexistence, we too feel the same but as good neighbours as in we be in different administrations. If you love us, pray that we be far from your radical brothers and sisters as we have learnt that it is impossible to live with the meiteis. Our future generation must be protected from the radical Meiteis at all costs so we must get Separate Administration.

[@ExploreWithMaibam]

“It hurts!” Your voice echoes Manipuris feelings and emotions. Thank you Prof. Bimol from the very bottom of my heart 🫡

[@nirupama6111]

So right

[@mamta1012]

I have watched this interview for several times, yet I still like to listen it again and again.. thanks oja Bimol for sharing your profound knowledge.

[@jacobchishiswu.22]

The meite are blessed to have a great leader like Dr Bimol..👍👍👍👍👍

[@Laihoree]

When Sir Bimol said it hurts, it brought tears to my eyes. Yes, It really hurts, it hurts everyone in the state. No one cares!!

[@Yukiluka-z9w]

Same here

[@samuelhaokip7449]

​@daisukenaga7199damn man 😂🎉🎉

[@tselinahaokip7455]

This is not Sumang Lila

[@yumlembamrahul6457]

@@tselinahaokip7455 haopig this is not jungle

[@martinwairokpam7184]

​@Yumlembam Rahul hahaha..nice name for this koolies. HAOPIG. 😂😂😂

[@katherinekonthoujam5861]

It does hurt, a lot. To see friends from schools fighting each other on social media, like we never sat together or laughed at silly jokes or shared lunch together. We've all been so wrong, allowing ourselves to be played like a fiddle for politics. These memories and not knowing if all could reconcile, stand united to fight for our integrity, haunts me day and night. I wish we could all come together as one and live in peace & harmony.

[@lanaandden]

I cant even fathom the sentiments triggered by this horrific situation in manipur.

[@angelusphozii1404]

We all belong to human race. Love is all we need. 👍

[@wangbasenjam6486]

Peaceful coexistence is the only option. It's just a matter of time before normalcy returns. What's now going on should make all of us smarter, stronger and less vulnerable to the machinations of political vested interests and drug cartels with a mountain of money!

[@dmayo3434]

💔

[@duttatapan855]

So sad..... People killing people only for little land n little food...... This are the game politics playing with people.....,. But in the end of the we are one...... Let's try to 😊learn...... How we live healthy and happy. ..... And kind each other

[@naobamoirang3338]

I wish a man like Prof. Bimol to be the CM of Manipur and we could see the changes❤

[@bena5150]

Much respect to the Professor. The first non-Mizo i ever hear correctly pronouncing Mizoram and Aizawl.

[@veesaga9355]

Oh wow, nobody ever told us we were pronouncing it wrong🥲 thanks for letting us know!

[@racheltouthang8971]

Even when he contradicts himself at the end when he considers pramot Singh’s comment that majority of Kukis are illegal?

[@veesaga9355]

@Rachel Touthang He didn't say he considers majority kukis are illegal. He said the number of illegal immigrants may or may not be just in hundreds, as Thongkholal said. And actually, when I read up articles from before this conflict, ground reports from activists and such estimates the number must be around 10k-14k. Considering Mizoram has over 40k registered refugees, I think probably the number may be in thousands, not in hundreds. But ofc, that's just an assumption based on other sources, so don't quote me. And I dont see anything wrong with that tbh, it only tells us about the plight of the kuki-chin from Myanmar, and makes you wonder what they must be going through to abandon their home.

[@veesaga9355]

@@racheltouthang8971 he just said we should have a proper refugee policy

[@racheltouthang8971]

@@veesaga9355 like you said those are just speculations. And in the census of 2011 the pc of the Kuki-Chin group is 16 pc not the 29pc that most radical Meitei groups are putting out, a natural growth from the 14 pc of 1901. And Akoijam himself said the illegal immigrant narrative came from the Nagas which was one of the reasons why the Kuki-Naga conflict took place and that was in the 90s so you tell me who’s maligning who? This illegal immigrant narrative has been peddled by the World Meitei council and Haomee federation even before the millitary coup in Myanmar they said there are only two indigenous communities- ‘blood brothers’ they claim. Which clearly shows they consider all Kukis “illegal immigrants”. So do you think that propaganda is justified?

[@iceshira]

Proff Akoijam puts his points very clearly as in the insecurities of the Meitei community has to be addressed, in any dialogue that is to come to put an end to the violence. Prayers for Manipur.

[@darktower7252]

Wow Dr.Bimol always educate us all.. no hatred or pointing, alway talking about the how to bring solution.

[@Suresh-rr4dn]

Thank you Karan. Thank you Bimol. Proud to be a Manipuri today.

[@vishalgajjar8468]

Entire India should say Sorry to thr people of Manipur....we just ignored their issues....media never showed us the reality...i m really astonished and shocked...

[@drkeishamradhapyari116]

So nice of you sir 🙏