On April 4, 2026, unidentified individuals threw explosive devices onto the campus of Manipur University, damaging university property.

The explosion occurred in the evening near the teacher’s quarters on the Canchipur campus. No casualties were reported. The following day, students protested on campus for stricter security measures to protect the institution.

Scholars at Risk is concerned about violent and destructive attacks on campus. Students and members of the public must refrain from violence, especially on campus, and respect the right to freedom of association and freedom of expression. State authorities should take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety of scholars, students, and staff, including by investigating and holding perpetrators of such acts responsible, in line with international human rights standards. In addition to the harm to the immediate victims, such actions undermine academic freedom and democratic society generally.

Sources:
https://signpostnews.com/manipur-university-strongly-condemns-campus-bomb-blast/
https://www.univarta.com/news/other-states/story/3799299.html