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Amit Shah Directs Manipur CM to Fast-Track Peace, Boost Community Harmony

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh to accelerate peace efforts and strengthen inter-community harmony in the state. The meeting, held in New Delhi, included a review of the security scenario and an in-principle approval for raising a new Mahila India Reserve Battalion. This follows a previous meeting in February where Shah assured full central support for rehabilitating Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and restoring normalcy. The state's BJP-led government has launched multiple outreach programmes aimed at fostering reconciliation since taking office.

Key Points: Amit Shah Reviews Manipur Security, Orders Peace Push

  • Shah reviews Manipur security
  • Directs faster peace process
  • Approves Mahila India Reserve Battalion
  • Focus on IDP rehabilitation
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HM Shah asks Manipur CM to fast-track peace efforts, strengthen inter-community harmony

Home Minister Amit Shah meets Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh, instructs acceleration of peace initiatives and strengthening of inter-community relations.

"He also instructed him to expedite the ongoing peace initiatives and consolidate the improving relations among various communities - CMO Official"

New Delhi/Imphal, April 1 Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Wednesday, directed the Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh to accelerate the ongoing peace process and further strengthen the growing bonhomie among different communities in the state, officials said.

An official from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) in Imphal said that the Union Home Minister held a detailed discussion on the prevailing law and order situation in Manipur with the Chief Minister Khemchand Singh during a meeting at the Parliament House complex.

Chief Minister Khemchand Singh had arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday evening specifically to meet Union Home Minister Shah.

"The Union Home Minister reviewed the current security scenario in Manipur with the Chief Minister. He also instructed him to expedite the ongoing peace initiatives and consolidate the improving relations among various communities," the CMO official said.

During the meeting, Union Minister Shah also gave in-principle approval for raising a Manipur Rifles unit (the Mahila India Reserve Battalion) for the state, and asked the Chief Minister to submit a formal proposal in this regard.

Earlier, on February 22, Chief Minister Khemchand Singh, accompanied by Deputy Chief Ministers -- Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikho -- had met the Union Home Minister to discuss several key issues, including the rehabilitation of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) affected by the ethnic violence.

According to the CMO official in Imphal, Home Minister Shah had then reviewed the steps taken by the newly formed state government to remove barriers between communities and restore peace and harmony.

The discussions took place at the Union Home Minister's residence in New Delhi.

Since the installation of the BJP-led coalition government in Manipur, the state administration has launched multiple outreach programmes aimed at fostering peace, reconciliation, and mutual trust among communities, the official noted.

During the February meeting as well, Union Home Minister Shah had assured Chief Minister Khemchand Singh and the Deputy Chief Ministers of full support from the Central government to restore normalcy in the state.

He reiterated the Centre's commitment to extending all necessary assistance for the overall development and progress of Manipur, the official added.

The Union Home Minister had also emphasised the need to prioritise the rehabilitation of IDPs affected by ethnic violence and assured comprehensive support from the Centre in addressing the issue.

The current visit marks Yumnam Khemchand Singh's third trip to New Delhi since assuming office as the Chief Minister of Manipur on February 4.

During his earlier visits to New Delhi, Chief Minister Khemchand Singh held separate meetings with President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, and Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

These discussions primarily focused on critical issues such as the rehabilitation of violence-affected IDPs and the broader restoration of peace and stability in the state.

- IANS

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Priya S
While the meetings and directives are important, the real test is rehabilitation and bringing a sense of normalcy for the displaced families. They have suffered for too long. The focus must remain on their safe return and rebuilding lives, not just political discussions in Delhi.
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Rohit P
Good to see the HM taking regular updates. Stability in the North-East is vital for national security. The state government must work double-time on these outreach programs. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone following this from outside, it's heartening to see dialogue. But peace needs more than meetings—it needs trust-building between communities at the grassroots. Hope the local leaders are equally committed.
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Vikram M
The CM's frequent trips to Delhi show the issue is getting attention at the highest level. That's promising. But let's be honest, the progress has been slow. People want to see concrete results—schools reopening, markets bustling, and no more fear. The government's report card will be judged by that.
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Nikhil C
Full support to the central and state government's efforts. It's a complex situation that requires patience and sustained effort. The emphasis on inter-community harmony is the right way forward. Bharat ek hai!

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