On Wednesday, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh acknowledged miscommunications and disturbances that have resulted in fatalities and property damage, and he called for Senapati residents to assist efforts to bring peace and normalcy back to the state.
He claimed that the citizens of Senapati, in particular the Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) like the United Naga Council, the Naga Peoples’ Organization, and several student associations, are essential to preserving the integrity, harmony, and peaceful coexistence of Manipur.
After lighting the ceremonial fire to kick off the three-day RobvenaNi 2024 Festival at the Asufii Robvena Ground in Senatapi’s Punanamei Village, Singh stated, “All humans are bound to err, but there should be room for reconciliation, forgiveness, and understanding through meetings and dialogue.”
Through programs like the “Go to Hills” project, he emphasized the state government’s dedication to equitable development in both the hills and the valley. Singh emphasized that 70–80% of the government’s efforts to bring about transformative development in hill districts have been successful.
Singh also revealed plans to build state-of-the-art medical facilities in hill areas including Senapati, Tamenglong, Ukhrul, and Chandel, including MRI and CT scanners.
Singh highlighted infrastructure improvements, pointing out that road connection in the state has significantly improved. He further mentioned that Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister for route Transport and Highways, had approved over ₹777 crores for the expansion and renovation of the Shangshak (Ukhrul) to Tengnoupal route.
The state’s variety, which comprises 34–35 recognized tribes, 24–25 indigenous groups, and other long-standing communities, was emphasized by the chief minister. In order to promote harmony among communities, he emphasized the creation of the Sangai Ethnic Park, which includes traditional cottages that represent each recognized tribe.
Singh reiterated the government’s commitment to combating the drug menace, saying the War on Drugs, initiated in 2018, aims to protect future generations and is not targeted at any specific group. He also emphasised efforts to identify illegal immigrants through constitutional provisions, prompted by satellite mapping that revealed unrecognised villages and the declining population of indigenous tribes.
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