Antisemitic abuse heard at scene of riots in Manipur, India

Antisemitic abuse was reported at the scene of riots in Manipur, India.

Two synagogues and 210 Jewish homes were burned down in the riot this week. Members of the Bnei Menashe community in Manipur reported that rioters shouted “go back to Israel where you belong” while attacking their community. 

There has been ongoing violence in the north-eastern Indian state of Manipur since the start of this month following ethnic clashes between the Meitei and Kuki tribes over Government benefits and quotas. The Bnei Menashe are part of the wider Kuki tribal umbrella. Local Government Minister Awangbow Newmani reported that six people have been killed, one of whom was a Jewish father.

The Indian Government has imposed a curfew on the area and suspended internet service in a bid to quell the violence.

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