The Centre extends the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in select “disturbed areas” of Manipur, Nagaland and parts of Arunachal Pradesh for another six months. Multiple outlets report that a fresh notification takes effect from October 1, keeping the special powers in place for a further period unless it is withdrawn earlier.
The reports describe the decision as linked to continuing unrest in the region, though they differ slightly in emphasis and specific end dates. One outlet notes the extension is set to run until March 31, 2027, while others describe the same six-month extension starting October 1 without specifying that later date. Another account cites ongoing violence and communal clashes between Kuki and Naga groups as part of the context for retaining AFSPA.
Across coverage, AFSPA is presented as a legal framework that grants armed forces special powers in designated areas. The common thread is that the government keeps AFSPA active in these parts of the Northeast for a limited additional term, reflecting the authorities’ assessment of the security situation.
