Manipur CM Stresses Long-Term Efforts for Peace and Celebrates Women’s Role at Nupi Lan Event

IMPHAL: Chief Minister N. Biren Singh reaffirmed the commitment to finding solutions from both the Centre and state governments while stating how difficult the situation is when addressing the crisis in Manipur. At the celebration of Nupi Lan, Singh said that any permanent peace will be well earned and hard to achieve because there are some fragile and deep-rooted issues affecting the state.

Commenting on the re-imposition of AFSPA in six police station areas, the Chief Minister clarified that the state government had requested its review and urged the Centre to consider its withdrawal. He appealed for public support to assist in the restoration of peace and stability across the region.

The Manipuri women who battled against British colonial control in 1904 and 1939 were honored at the Nupi Lan ceremony. Singh acknowledged their historical achievements during the Seven Years Devastation (1819–1826) and their current leadership in defending the interests of the state, praising their accomplishments.

Singh asserted that the Manipuri women of today have played a vital role in almost all sectors, from social and economic to arts, culture, and sports development. Their participation in national as well as international events has indeed elevated the state's cultural identity on the world forum.

In order to help women, the Chief Minister also introduced social programs. The Ima Nongthangleima Yaipha Tengbang Scheme, for instance, provides unemployed women over 40 with financial assistance. As part of the government's efforts to empower the state's women and young, Singh continued by highlighting student-focused initiatives including entrance test subsidies and civil service coaching.

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