The imposition of President’s rule in Manipur has further deepened the ethnic divide, with Meitei groups opposing it while tribal Kuki-Zo groups see it as a hopeful step. The crisis intensified following CM Biren Singh’s resignation amid accusations of biased handling of the ongoing ethnic conflict.The imposition of President’s rule in Manipur has further deepened the ethnic divide, with Meitei groups opposing it while tribal Kuki-Zo groups see it as a hopeful step. The crisis intensified following CM Biren Singh’s resignation amid accusations of biased handling of the ongoing ethnic conflict.