Imphal (Manipur) [India]: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Manipur President A Sharda Devi has expressed full support for N Biren Singh’s decision to resign as the State’s Chief Minister, emphasizing that the move was made in the interest of peace and stability in Manipur.
Singh’s Resignation: A Step for Manipur’s Future
Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Sharda Devi stated that Singh tendered his resignation for the welfare of the people of Manipur and had also sought the Centre’s assurance on the state’s safety.
🗣 Key Statements from BJP Manipur President A Sharda Devi:
✔ “Our CM has resigned for the people of the state.”
✔ “He has requested the Central government to safeguard Manipur’s integrity and ensure the protection of its people.”
✔ “His resignation was made with the future of the state in mind. There are no differences among the party’s MLAs.”
BJP MP Dilip Saikia Responds
Reacting to Singh’s resignation, BJP MP from Assam’s Darrang-Udalguri, Dilip Saikia, stated:
🗣 “I have just received information about his resignation. It is his decision. I will discuss this with my cabinet, and our party will decide the next course of action. We just want Manipur to progress and have peace.”
The Context Behind Singh’s Resignation
🔴 Manipur has been in turmoil since May 3, 2023, when violence broke out between the Meitei and Kuki communities following a rally by the All Tribal Students Union of Manipur (ATSUM).
🔴 The rally came in response to the Manipur High Court’s directive to consider the inclusion of the Meitei community in the Scheduled Tribes (ST) list.
🔴 Over the past two years, the state has witnessed ethnic violence, forcing Biren Singh to step down.
Singh’s Resignation Letter: Key Priorities Outlined
In his resignation letter, Singh thanked the Central Government for its interventions and developmental efforts while outlining his key priorities:
✅ Maintaining Manipur’s territorial integrity, considering its rich and diverse civilizational history spanning thousands of years.
✅ Cracking down on border infiltration and implementing policies for the deportation of illegal immigrants.
✅ Fighting drug-related crimes and narco-terrorism in the state.
✅ Strengthening the Free Movement Regime (FMR) with biometric applications to enhance border security.
✅ Expediting and ensuring a foolproof border security process currently underway.
What’s Next for Manipur?
🔹 With Singh’s resignation, BJP leadership will now decide the next Chief Minister of Manipur.
🔹 The Centre is expected to play a crucial role in ensuring peace and stability in the violence-hit state.
🔹 Will a new leader bring lasting peace to Manipur? The coming days will determine the state’s future political and security landscape.