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Manipur CM Urges Haj Pilgrims to Pray for Peace Amidst Unrest

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh urged Haj pilgrims to pray for peace and stability in the state. He made the appeal while seeing off 379 pilgrims at Imphal International Airport. The pilgrims are traveling to Kolkata before continuing to Madinah for the Haj pilgrimage. Tourism Minister Khuraijam Loken Singh also attended the send-off programme and wished the pilgrims a safe journey.

Key Points: Manipur CM Urges Haj Pilgrims to Pray for Peace

  • Manipur CM urges Haj pilgrims to pray for peace
  • 379 pilgrims selected for Haj this year
  • Pilgrims departed Imphal for Kolkata en route to Madinah
  • CM cites unfortunate incidents and appeals for prayers for stability
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Manipur CM urges Haj pilgrims to pray for peace in state

Manipur CM Khemchand Singh asks Haj pilgrims to seek divine blessings for peace and stability in the state as 379 pilgrims depart for the holy journey.

"I urge the pilgrims to pray to the Almighty and seek His blessings in our collective effort to restore peace and stability in the state. - Yumnam Khemchand Singh"

Imphal, April 30

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Thursday urged Haj pilgrims from the state to offer prayers and seek divine blessings for peace and harmony in the state.

The Chief Minister extended his best wishes to the Haj pilgrims, particularly those from the Meitei Pangal community, who departed Imphal for Kolkata to continue their onward journey to Madinah, according to a statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office (CMO).

Conveying his heartfelt wishes, Khemchand Singh said: "I pray to the Almighty that all pilgrims reach their destination safely and remain in good health throughout their journey."

Citing the current situation in the state, the Chief Minister appealed to the pilgrims, saying: "During this difficult time, when unfortunate incidents have occurred in Manipur, I urge the pilgrims to pray to the Almighty and seek His blessings in our collective effort to restore peace and stability in the state."

His remarks came while seeing off the pilgrims at Imphal International Airport.

A total of 379 people from Manipur have been selected for the Haj pilgrimage this year under the Manipur State Haj Committee. Of these, 172 pilgrims had already departed for Kolkata on Wednesday, while the remaining 207 left on Thursday.

The send-off programme, organised by the Directorate of Minority Affairs, was attended by Tourism Minister Khuraijam Loken Singh, MLAs Kongkham Robindro Singh and Sheikh Noorul Hassan, former MLA Y. Antas Khan, and Director of Imphal International Airport Chipemmi Keishing, among others.

Tourism Minister Loken Singh, in a Facebook post, wished the pilgrims a safe, peaceful, and spiritually enriching journey. He described the occasion as "a deeply moving and proud moment" as he joined the Chief Minister, fellow MLAs, and the Haj Committee Chairman in seeing off the pilgrims at the airport.

"This sacred journey reflects unwavering faith, devotion, and unity, carrying with it the hopes and prayers of our people," the Minister said.

"May their pilgrimage be blessed with divine grace, good health, and inner peace. May their prayers bring harmony, prosperity, and well-being to Manipur and the nation."

- IANS

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Rahul R
Good initiative by CM Khemchand ji. But why only appeal to Haj pilgrims? Should also involve all religious leaders - priests, imams, pastors - to pray together for Manipur. Unity in diversity is our strength. 🙏
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Kavya N
Heartwarming to see political leaders of different parties (Congress, BJP, etc.) coming together to see off pilgrims. This shows that humanity transcends politics. May Allah bless Manipur with peace. Ameen. 🌙✨
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James A
A hopeful gesture, but let's not forget that peace needs more than prayers - it needs dialogue, justice, and addressing root causes of conflict. Still, respect to the CM for using this platform to call for harmony.
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Deepak U
So 379 pilgrims from Manipur going to Haj. That's a significant number considering the state's small Muslim population. Government should ensure their safety and smooth journey. Also, why no mention of security for pilgrims given the ongoing tensions?
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Nidhi U
Beautiful gesture, but as a neutral observer, I wonder - how many Meitei Pangal families are still displaced? Are they among these pilgrims? Prayers are good but the state needs concrete rehabilitation and peace-building measures. Just saying. 🤷‍♀️
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Arun Y
Big respect to CM for acknowledging the Meitei Pangal

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