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Manipur Chief Minister Resigns During Ongoing Ethnic Unrest, Proposes Assembly Suspension
This decision comes in the wake of an ongoing ethnic conflict that has plagued the state since May 2023, intensifying tensions between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities.
In his resignation letter, Biren Singh expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve the people of Manipur and acknowledged the support from the Central government in various developmental and security initiatives.
He also highlighted several key priorities for the state moving forward, urging the Central government to uphold the territorial integrity of Manipur, which boasts a rich civilization spanning thousands of years. His recommendations include a crackdown on border infiltration and the establishment of policies for the deportation of illegal immigrants. He called for a continued effort against drug trafficking and narco-terrorism, enhancement of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) along the Indo-Myanmar border with robust biometric measures, and expedited completion of border infrastructure projects in a timely manner.
Singh’s resignation comes after months of criticism regarding his management of the ethnic unrest that has led to over 200 deaths, significant displacement of people, and a deterioration of law and order in various districts.
The crisis in Manipur, which erupted in May 2023, stemmed from violent confrontations between the dominant Meitei population and the tribal Kuki-Zo groups, centering on issues like demands for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status, land rights, and security concerns. The turmoil has resulted in widespread arson, looting of weapons, and increased militarization throughout the state, alongside frequent internet outages and curfews imposed in conflict-affected areas.
Reliable sources suggest that Biren Singh has also proposed the temporary suspension of the Assembly with his resignation, though specific details regarding this proposal remain vague. If enacted, this could signal a phase of direct Central rule or a reassessment of governance strategies in the state.
Singh, a former footballer turned politician, has been the Chief Minister of Manipur since 2017 and was previously recognized for restoring stability in governance during his first term. However, his response to the current ethnic conflict has drawn criticism, with opposition parties and civil society groups calling for a more vigorous intervention from the Central government.
Telangana: Two workers died after suffering an electric shock while carrying an iron stand in Telangana. The incident happened near an Indian Oil petrol bunk in Mancherial district.
The deceased have been identified as Salla Lakshminarayana and Chandnagari Nagaraju from Velganur village.
According to reports, three labourers were carrying a tall iron stand near the petrol bunk. During this time, the iron stand accidentally touched an overhead electric wire.
Electricity passed through the iron stand and caused a severe shock. Lakshminarayana and Nagaraju suffered serious burns and died on the spot.
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The third person who was with them escaped without any injuries.
Police have registered a case and started an investigation.
Jaipur: A 22-year-old woman died after a truck ran over her in Jaipur, police said.
The deceased has been identified as Liga Jimo, a native of Nagaland. She had been living in a rented house in Malviya Nagar for the past two years. She was working at a beauty parlour in the area.
The incident took place on Monday night. Liga Jimo was travelling to Malviya Nagar on a bike taxi.
According to police, the bike lost control near Gopalpura Pulia. As a result, the woman fell onto the road.
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At the same time, a truck carrying gas cylinders came from behind and ran over her. She died on the spot due to the impact.
Police shifted the body to the mortuary for post-mortem examination. Further investigation is underway
Mangaluru: A woman who was declared dead by doctors survived after her husband performed CPR for 35 minutes. The inspiring story of Komal Jamwal was shared on the Instagram page of Humans of Bombay and has gone viral.
The incident happened in March 2012 when Komal was 33 years old. She suddenly developed severe leg weakness and collapsed. Doctors at a hospital in Jammu later diagnosed her with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, a rare condition that affects the nerves.
During treatment, she suffered repeated cardiac arrests and doctors declared her dead. However, her husband refused to give up and performed CPR for 35 minutes until her heart started beating again.
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She was later treated in Ludhiana and slowly recovered. Now 14 years later, the 47-year-old woman can walk again and says she is grateful to her husband and family for saving her life.
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