TMP and Meitei Alliance vs State of Manipur and others

Timeline

1. 28 Oct 2026News

   Two Meitei groups move SC against ‘highway blockades & extortion’ amid Manipur conflict. What PIL says

   The groups seek judicial intervention to ensure safe, free & non-discriminatory movement of people, passengers, goods and essential supplies along national highways in the state.

   The Print

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   Two groups have filed a request asking the Supreme Court to intervene regarding blocked roads.

   Who:

   The Meitei Alliance and another group are the petitioners requesting help from the Supreme Court. The State of Manipur and others are the respondents named in the matter.

   When:

   Reported on 28 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Manipur and the Supreme Court.

   Why:

   The groups report highway blockades and extortion which prevent the free movement of people and essential supplies.

   What it means:

   The court will consider the request to ensure safe and non-discriminatory travel on national highways.

2. 27 Oct 2026News

   TMP Manipur, Meitei Alliance move Supreme Court over highway blockades, extortion

   The petition names the State of Manipur, the Union of India through the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) as respondents. It seeks comprehensive directions to prevent unlawful highway blockades, address extortion and unauthorised collections from highway users, and establish an effective mechanism to protect vital transport routes.

   The Economic Times

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   Two groups filed a legal request asking the top court to stop highway blockades and illegal fee collections.

   Who:

   TMP and Meitei Alliance are the petitioners; the State of Manipur, Union of India, and NHAI are the respondents.

   When:

   Reported on 27 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Manipur and the Supreme Court.

   Why:

   The petitioners seek safety for vital roads and want to stop people from illegally taking money from travelers.

   What it means:

   The court will now consider whether to order government agencies to protect these transport routes from interference.