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News Summary On June 4, 2025, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla convened a crucial meeting with the Loktak Development Authority (LDA) at Raj Bhavan, Imphal, to assess the progress of the Integrated Management Plan (IMP) for Loktak Lake. This review comes in the wake of escalating water levels due to seasonal floods. The Governor emphasized…
News Summary Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has pledged robust support for a series of infrastructure projects in Manipur, focusing on enhancing connectivity and economic growth. In a recent meeting with M. Asnikumar Singh, former Chairman of the Loktak Development Authority, Gadkari reviewed proposals aimed at upgrading the Moirang–Thanga Road, constructing…
News Summary Around 100 internally displaced persons (IDPs) who fled Haotak Pampha Khunou in Manipur’s Bishnupur district after a violent attack on 10 January 2024 finally returned home on 19 May 2025. A “home-coming” ceremony—arranged by local MLA Sanasam Premchandra and the BJP Kumbi Mandal—welcomed them back. Villagers say a stronger deployment of central security…
📰 News Summary In a significant operation on April 29, 2025, central security forces dismantled an insurgent hideout situated on the floating biomasses of Loktak Lake in Manipur’s Bishnupur district. Acting on credible intelligence, the joint team launched an extensive search in the Nachou Patangkhong area, leading to the discovery and destruction of a suspected…
Article Summary In a heartwarming turn of events for bird watchers and conservationists alike, the rare Yellow-breasted Bunting—once widely found across Eurasia but now critically endangered—has been spotted again at Loktak Lake in Manipur. The sighting of this vibrant, migratory bird offers a glimmer of hope for conservation efforts, signaling the resilience of nature and…
Summary of the News Article On March 28, 2025, Upendra Hajra, the Head of the Loktak Hydroelectric Project (LHP), met with Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to seek support for the ongoing modernization of the Loktak Power Station. Originally commissioned in 1983, the station has surpassed its intended operational lifespan of 35 years as of…
On March 22, 2025, a delegation of six Supreme Court judges visited Manipur’s Loktak Lake, pledging their support for its conservation and emphasizing the importance of environmental justice. The Significance of Loktak Lake Loktak Lake, often referred to as the “lifeline of Manipur,” is the largest freshwater lake in northeastern India. Beyond its breathtaking beauty,…
Manipur recently celebrated World Wetlands Day 2025 at Leishang Hiden, Canchipur, emphasizing the importance of wetland conservation. The event, organized by the Directorate of Environment & Climate Change, aligned with the UN theme, “Protecting Wetlands for our Common Future.” Chief Minister N. Biren Singh highlighted ongoing efforts to protect and revitalize the state’s water bodies,…
In an exciting ecological breakthrough, the Tufted Pochard, considered the world’s rarest duck, has been spotted again at Loktak Lake in Manipur after an absence of almost 40 years. This migratory species, known for its distinctive plumage and migratory patterns, has reappeared during its winter sojourn, sparking celebrations among local wildlife conservationists. The bird’s return…
Summary In Manipur, a car carrying four individuals tragically veered off the road and plunged into Loktak Lake, resulting in the deaths of two passengers. The accident occurred near Sendra, a popular tourist spot, around 9 p.m. Although two individuals managed to escape, two others, Akoijam Premchand and Irengbam Bisheshwor, unfortunately drowned. Authorities have begun…