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Manipur CM Meets President, Vows Peace Amid State's Recovery Efforts

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met President Droupadi Murmu, briefing her on the state's situation and reaffirming his government's commitment to unity and peace. This visit is part of his ongoing efforts to stabilize Manipur, which included earlier high-level meetings in Delhi with central ministers like PM Modi and Amit Shah. The discussions have centered on rehabilitating Internally Displaced Persons and bridging community divides following ethnic violence. Singh's administration, formed after President's Rule was revoked, faces the significant challenge of restoring normalcy and trust in the state.

Key Points: Manipur CM Reaffirms Peace Commitment After Meeting President

  • CM briefed President on Manipur situation
  • Focus on rehabilitating violence-affected IDPs
  • New govt held key meetings with central ministers
  • Challenge is to rebuild trust and restore normalcy
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Manipur CM reaffirms commitment to peace after meeting President Murmu

Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh briefs President Murmu on state situation, reiterating unity and peace as government's core principles.

"unity, harmony, and peace remain the guiding principles - CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh"

New Delhi/Imphal, March 25 Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday reiterated that unity, harmony, and peace remain the guiding principles of his government as he continues efforts to stabilise the state.

The Chief Minister met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan and briefed her on the prevailing situation in Manipur, including the coordinated response being undertaken by his administration.

Taking to his official X account, Singh said he was honoured to call on the President and briefed her on the evolving situation in Manipur and the coordinated response underway, reiterating that unity, harmony, and peace remain the guiding principles.

This marks his second visit to the national capital since assuming office just 50 days ago.

Earlier, on February 22, the Chief Minister, accompanied by two Deputy Chief Ministers, Losii Dikho and Nemcha Kipgen, held a series of high-level meetings in New Delhi.

The delegation met PM Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, and Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

Discussions focused on key issues, including the rehabilitation of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) affected by the ethnic violence in the state.

An official from the Chief Minister's Office had earlier stated that the Union Home Minister reviewed the new government's initiatives aimed at bridging community divides and restoring peace and harmony.

During the visit, Singh and his deputies also met BJP President Nitin Nabin and the party's National General Secretary (Organisation) B.L. Santhosh to discuss organisational matters.

Exactly one month after the swearing-in ceremony, the Chief Minister, on March 4, allocated portfolios among the two Deputy Chief Ministers and two Cabinet Ministers, while retaining most key departments under his own charge, officials said.

However, seven ministerial posts remain vacant.

Political observers note that Singh, who assumed office as the 13th Chief Minister of Manipur on February 4, faces the challenging task of steering the state through a prolonged period of instability and rebuilding trust among communities affected by ethnic violence since May 2023.

The crisis had intensified during the tenure of former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, whose resignation came amid escalating tensions.

The situation eventually led to the imposition of the President's Rule on February 13 to stabilise law and order.

The new government led by Singh assumed office after President's Rule was revoked on February 4, marking the beginning of renewed efforts to restore normalcy in the state.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Meeting the President is symbolic, but the real test is in Imphal and the hills. Seven ministerial posts are still vacant? How can you coordinate a proper response without a full team? Hope they fill these quickly with capable people.
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Arjun K
Good to see the central leadership is engaged. Meetings with PM Modi, Amit Shah ji, and others show a coordinated approach is being planned. The state has suffered for too long. Jai Hind.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Manipur, the beauty of the state and its people is unforgettable. This prolonged conflict is heartbreaking. I hope this new government can truly bridge divides. The world is watching and hoping for peace.
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Vikram M
Words about unity and harmony are necessary, but the people of Manipur need tangible results—schools reopening, markets functioning, and a sense of security returning. The CM has retained key departments; the responsibility is squarely on him now.
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Nikhil C
A respectful criticism: The article mentions "rebuilding trust." That is the core challenge. It will take more than administrative meetings. There needs to be sincere, visible outreach to all communities, listening to their grievances directly, not just in Delhi.

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