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Summary In a bold political move, the Congress party has firmly opposed the imposition of President’s Rule in Manipur, calling instead for a return to an elected government. This stance highlights the party’s deep concerns about democratic erosion and underscores their commitment to ensuring that governance remains in the hands of those elected by the…
Summary of the News On January 4, 2025, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh for their handling of the ongoing violence in Manipur. Kharge accused the BJP of having vested interests in perpetuating unrest in the state, highlighting the Prime Minister’s absence from Manipur since…
Summary In December 2024, the Manipur BJP filed an FIR against Congress leader Lamtinthang Haokip for his social media post regarding the alleged exclusion of the ‘Chavang Kut’ festival from the state’s 2025 public holiday list. The BJP accused Haokip of spreading misinformation and inciting enmity between communities, a serious issue in a state already…
Short Summary Leaders of the INDIA bloc, a coalition of opposition parties in India, are staging a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on December 9, 2024. This demonstration aims to spotlight the ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur, which has claimed over 250 lives since May 2023. The protest underscores dissatisfaction with the BJP-led…
Summary: The Manipur Congress recently urged the state’s governor to intervene in the safe release of six Meitei captives—three women and three minors—taken amidst escalating violence in Jiribam district. Former Chief Minister Ibobi Singh led this appeal, highlighting concerns over government inaction and the growing humanitarian crisis. The Congress party also called for enhanced security…
Summary Former Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh recently emphasized that the Congress party is committed to restoring peace and unity in Manipur. He criticized the BJP for fostering division and hindering community harmony, stressing that only Congress can bring stability through inclusive governance. Singh also voiced concerns over the lack of local elections, blaming it…
SummaryTwelve leaders, including former MLAs, have recently joined the Indian National Congress (INC) in Manipur, led by ex-CM Okram Ibobi Singh. This shift is part of Congress’s bid to challenge the BJP’s governance in Manipur. Singh criticized BJP’s handling of state crises and accused them of undermining democracy by delaying local elections and prioritizing appointed…