Imphal/New Delhi: A major news update is emerging regarding the northeastern state of Manipur, which has been going through a phase of ethnic violence and political instability. The Central Government has officially removed the President’s Rule imposed in the state. An formal notification in this regard has been issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, paving the way for the return of the democratic process and an elected government in the state.
BJP MLA Yumnam Khemchand to become the next Chief Minister
With the lifting of President’s Rule, the buzz regarding the formation of a new government in Manipur has intensified. According to the latest developments, it is considered almost certain that senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and MLA Yumnam Khemchand will become the Chief Minister. Speculations are rife that he may take the oath of office as Chief Minister at the Raj Bhavan very soon. With the formation of the Yumnam government, the direct rule of the Center, which has been in place for about a year, will come to an end.
Manipur: From the phase of violence to democratic restoration
The beginning of violence and deepening crisis: The story of instability and conflict in Manipur began on May 3, 2023. The ethnic violence that flared up in the state that day shook the entire country. Due to months of arson, clashes, and a complete collapse of law and order, normal life in the state had come to a standstill. Despite all efforts by the administration and security forces, sporadic incidents of violence continued, creating immense pressure on the then-state government.
N. Biren Singh’s resignation and President’s Rule: A major turning point came amidst the ongoing tension and increasing political deadlock in the state when then-Chief Minister N. Biren Singh resigned from his post. Following the Chief Minister’s resignation, a situation of constitutional machinery failure arose in the state. Keeping this in mind, on the recommendation of the Central Government, President’s Rule (Article 356) was officially imposed in Manipur on February 12, 2024. The main objective of this step was to bring the state administration directly under the Center’s control to prioritize security and peace restoration.
Yumnam Khemchand Singh to take command of Manipur:
The rise of a new government: After a long gap of about a year, an elected government is going to start functioning in Manipur once again. Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and influential personality Yumnam Khemchand Singh has been chosen as the new Chief Minister of the state. Under his leadership, the new government will soon take the oath of office and secrecy, ending the ongoing constitutional void in the state.
