Ethnic conflict in Manipur led to a shift in political dynamics as communities voted against NDA. Congress won Lok Sabha seats, attributing victory to discontent with BJP. Analysts highlight neglect from Centre fueling widespread discontent. Kukis, Meiteis, Nagas and Muslims, who historically coexisted in a blend of harmony and tension, overwhelmingly voted in favour of Congress, which won the two Lok Sabha seats, defeating BJP in Inner Manipur in the valley and NPF in the hills.