Imphal is the capital city of the Indian state of Manipur. It is the second largest city in northeast India after Guwahati. The metropolitan centr…Imphal is the capital city of the Indian state of Manipur. It is the second largest city in northeast India after Guwahati. The metropolitan centre of the city contains the ruins of Kangla Palace, the royal seat of the former Kingdom of Manipur, surrounded by a moat. Spread over parts of the districts of Imphal West and Imphal East, the former contains the majority of the city's area and population. Imphal is part of the Smart Cities Mission under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. Being a mega commercial hub, Imphal is known for its weaving, brass-ware, bronze-ware, and other cottage industries. Meitei language is the most widely spoken language in the city.