Access for Aid- Bridging Connectivity in Conflict Zones for Humanatarian Outreach affected by Longest Internet Shutdown in Manipur in North East Himalayan Region of India
Access for Aid is a humanitarian initiative, by the Council for Social and Digital Development (CSDD) and the North East Development Foundation (NEDF) aimed at providing free internet broadband packs to support humanitarian groups and agencies operating in conflict zones affected by prolonged internet shutdowns, since May – June 2023, in 3 districts of Manipur in North East Himalayan Region of India, bordering Myanmar. The project specifically targets locations experiencing ethnic violence between two major indigenous tribal groups, Meitei and Kukis, where access to reliable internet connectivity is critical for coordinating relief efforts, facilitating communication, and accessing vital information.