<p>Three years after riots tore apart Manipur, the state remains in disarray.</p>
<p>Barbed wire and armed checkpoints have hindered access, making it difficult for reporters to cross, even prior to the latest clashes.</p>
<p>The ongoing security restrictions and sporadic violence continue to affect daily life and governance in the region.</p>
<p>Authorities and residents alike are contending with the long-term impacts of the disturbances, including displacement, property damage, and strained public services.</p>
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