Ethnic violence costs Manipur ₹1,200 crore in GST: CM
- Posted on September 16, 2026
- By The Hindu
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In brief
Manipur's ongoing ethnic tensions have inflicted severe economic consequences, with state authorities reporting a substantial ₹1,200 crore deficit in Goods and Services Tax collections. The Chief Minister highlighted how prolonged civil unrest disrupts commercial activities and government revenue streams, creating additional fiscal pressures on an already vulnerable regional economy. This revenue shortfall underscores the broader socioeconomic impact of communal violence beyond immediate humanitarian concerns.
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Ethnic violence costs Manipur ₹1,200 crore in GST: CM
Manipur's ethnic violence has led to a ₹1,200 crore loss in GST revenue, impacting the state's economy significantly.
