Living with Unfinished Tasks: Meitei-Kuki Crisis.


 In our fast-paced world, the pressure to complete tasks quickly and efficiently is ever-present. However, there are times when, despite our best efforts, certain tasks remain unfinished for extended periods—days, months, or even years. What happens when we live with these unfinished tasks for so long that they begin to feel normal?


When we first recognize something as missing or wrong, there's an innate drive to set it right. This drive is often fueled by a desire for order and completeness. We make plans, set deadlines, and dive into the work with enthusiasm and determination.


However, life is unpredictable. Tasks that seemed straightforward can become complicated. Unforeseen obstacles arise, priorities shift, and what initially seemed like a short-term project can stretch into an extended endeavor. As time passes, the urgency to complete the task diminishes, and the incomplete state starts to blend into our daily routine.


This is what has happened to the ongoing crisis between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which erupted on May 3, 2023. The conflict has resulted in prolonged violence, displacement and disruption of daily life.


Initially, there was a significant push to resolve the crisis swiftly. Angry mobs attacked the homes of several elected officials in the Imphal Valley including residences of Union Minister of State for External Affairs Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, State Cabinet Minister Nemcha Kipgen, Manipur PWD Minister Govindas Konthoujam, Raghumani Singh, the MLA of Uripok, K. Ranjit Singh, the MLA of Sugnoo, and S. Kebi Devi, the MLA of Naoriya Pakhanglakpa etc. Peace talks were initiated with different Meitei and Kuki parties. Various stakeholders made efforts to mediate and find a solution. However, as the conflict continued, the situation grew more complex. The initial urgency gave way to a prolonged struggle, with no clear resolution in sight.


This gradual shift is fascinating. The longer an incomplete task lingers, the more we become accustomed to its presence. Our brains begin to normalize the unfinished state. The task that once stood out as a glaring anomaly now fades into the background of our lives. The daily reality of living amidst ongoing conflict has become a part of normal life for many residents. The constant presence of tension and uncertainty has, in some ways, been internalized as part of the new normal.


This normalization can have both positive and negative effects. On one hand, it can reduce stress and anxiety associated with the incomplete task. By accepting it as part of our normal environment, we can focus our mental energy on other pressing matters. On the other hand, it can also lead to complacency, causing us to procrastinate further and potentially neglect the task altogether.


The normalization of the conflict might lead to a decrease in immediate distress for some individuals as they adapt to the circumstances. However, this also risks diminishing the urgency for a comprehensive resolution, potentially allowing the conflict to perpetuate and the underlying issues to remain unaddressed.


To navigate this phenomenon, it's essential to find a balance. Recognizing when a task has been normalized and consciously deciding to address it can reignite the motivation to complete it. Setting realistic goals and breaking the task into manageable steps can also help maintain progress without becoming overwhelmed.


In the end, the journey of transforming an incomplete task from an urgent matter to a normalized part of our lives is a common human experience. The ongoing Meitei-Kuki crisis illustrates how prolonged conflicts can become part of the fabric of daily life, challenging our perceptions and responses. By understanding this process, we can better manage our tasks and maintain a healthy balance between acceptance and action, while still striving for resolution and peace.

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