The ethnic clashes in Manipur have resulted in over 180 deaths. The tribal feud between the Kukis and the Meitei folks has resulted in numerous destruction for over 3 months. The regular lifestyle has been affected and sports activities evidently have additionally been a serious casualty.  

Former Indian footballer Gouramangi Singh Moirangthem is of the opinion that sports activities in the meanwhile can’t do a lot however in the long term could make an influence.

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Appeal for peace

“Maybe not now but at some point as sports plays an important role,” he stated whereas talking completely to Indiatimes. 

“We need to stop this. at this time 2 communities are fighting and government needs to step in. Manipur is diverse and has so many tribes,” he added. 

The former Indian worldwide admits that he’s indirectly affected as he isn’t within the state however him and others like him to have households again dwelling. 

“We are not directly affected as we are out of Manipur. Our families are affected. we are concerned and we are trying to deal with it,” he went on to say. 

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Not straight affected 

By his personal admission, he says he was lucky to not have confronted any discrimination in his early days resulting from tribal lineage. It was as a result of he had already left the state. 

 “I was fortunate. I was young when I left and have been away for 23 years. Maybe I was fortunate and was surrounded by friends and officials who were friendly and it was a normal environment. I do know of stories of people in the state. Not everyone is aware and we need to keep an eye. It’s a constant challenge,” he continued. 

State officers {and professional} gamers who final season have been a part of the Manipur State League (MSL) final season, acknowledged that many gamers are in search of choices in different states and numerous them want to make sure that their villagers will not be attacked by rioters, as per TOI. 

“I was at my village border with a licensed gun for many nights to protect my villagers from attacks,” stated an MSL skilled footballer whereas chatting with TOI.