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India Today
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Manipur BJP MLAs hold key meet to resolve to form government in people's interest
At least 23 BJP legislators met on Friday evening at former minister Thongam Biswajit Singh's residence in Imphal to form a consensus to prioritise unity among them and form a government. It has been over three months since President's Rule was imposed in the strife-stricken meeting, held amid ongoing tensions and a protracted political impasse, culminated in a joint resolution to set aside personal ambitions for the larger interests of the state and its BJP huddle came just two days after party MLA Thokchom Radheshyam stated that 44 legislators had agreed to form a popular government, asserting their readiness to act in accordance with the public's will. Notably, this figure excludes the ten Kuki-Zo MLAs and five Congress legislators. The BJP legislators expressed a collective commitment to unity, peace, and the restoration of communal harmony in Manipur. "We resolved to put aside personal ambitions in the larger interest of the state, its people, and the vision of the BJP and its alliance partners," a statement legislators acknowledged the suffering endured by the people of Manipur over the past two years of ethnic violence between the members of the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities that killed over 250 people, and emphasised the necessity of a long-term, inclusive solution. They identified political will, constitutional safeguards, impartial law enforcement, and inclusive dialogue as essential pillars for resolving the the deliberations, the leaders supported the creation of a neutral dialogue platform to facilitate constructive engagement between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo also discussed the feasibility of formally requesting the appointment of a 'peace envoy' or a panel of eminent persons by the Governor and the Centre, to mediate impartially and bridge existing trust BJP MLAs underscored the importance of grassroots-level inter-community dialogue involving local governance institutions, civil society organisations, student bodies, and religious groups. They called for well-monitored disarmament efforts and the recovery of looted weapons across the hills and valley, stressing the need for central and state forces to act with strict the Gwaltabi incident on May 20, the BJP legislators urged the government to initiate dialogue with media representatives and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to arrive at an amicable President's Rule was imposed in Manipur days after N Biren Singh resigned as Chief Minister, nearly two years after ethnic violence broke out in the north-eastern Watch IN THIS STORY#Manipur#Bharatiya Janta Party
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
44 MLAs ready to form new govt in Manipur: Radheshyam
Imphal: Forty-four legislators are ready to form a new govt in the state, BJP legislator Thokchom Radheshyam told the media after meeting governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla here on Wednesday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Manipur is under President's Rule since Feb after N Biren Singh resigned as the chief minister, amid criticism about his govt's handling of the ethnic clashes between the Meiteis and Kuki-Zos. These 44 MLAs inlcude 30 of 37 BJP legislators, including Biren Singh, all six NPP legislators, all five NPF members, lone JD(U) member and two of three Independents. The seven BJP legislators belonging to the Kuki-Zo community are not part of this group. The 60-member assembly at present has 59 MLAs, with one seat vacant due to the death of a legislator, N Kayisii, who represented Tadubi constituency. The opposition comprises five Congress members. Besdies, there are two members of Kuki People's Alliance and an Indpendent, all of them belonging to the Kuki-Zo community, in the opposition. "We have conveyed this to the governor that as per the wishes of the people, forty-four MLAs are ready to form a govt. We also discussed what solutions can be there for the issue," he said, adding, the governor expressed hope that he would initiate action in the best interests of the people. Asked if they would stake a claim to form govt, he said, "The central leadership of the BJP will take the decision." He revealed that speaker Th Satyabrata has 'individually' and 'jointly' met the 44 MLAs and that there is no one who opposes the formation of a new govt. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "We are ready to stake claim to form govt," Thokchom said. "People had faced so many hardships. In the previous term, two years were lost due to COVID, and in this term, another two years have been lost due to the conflict,' he said. Independent legislator Sapam Nishikanta Singh also told the media that 44 MLAs are ready to form a new govt. Nishikanta also met governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla along with nine other MLAs. The development comes amid intense protests in the Imphal Valley over an order to conceal 'Manipur' written on the windshield of a govt bus by security forces. Meitei groups have demanded an official apology from the governor over the incident that happened in Gwaltabi on May 20. They have also sought the resignation of the chief secretary, DGP, and security advisor. Over 250 people have lost their lives since the ethnic strife broke out in the state in May 3, 2023. Meitei groups maintain that the territorial integrity of the state is non-negotiable in any peace process, while the Kuki-Zo community asserts that the only solution to resolve the crisis is creating a separate administration for the hill districts where they live.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
44 MLAs ready to form Manipur government: NDA group to governor
Photo/Agencies IMPHAL: A group of 10 MLAs led by BJP's Thokchom Radheshyam met Manipur governor Ajay Bhalla on Wednesday to convey their readiness to form a govt in the state which has been under President's Rule since Feb. The group claimed support of 44 NDA legislators. Independent MLA Sapam Nishikant Singh spoke in the same vein. The 44 MLAs mentioned by Radheyshyam include 30 of 37 BJP legislators, including former CM N Biren Singh; six NPP MLAs; all five NPF MLAs; the lone JD(U) MLA; and two of three Independents. The seven remaining BJP legislators, two Kuki People's Alliance members and one Independent, all belonging to the Kuki-Zo community, are not part of this group. The 60-member Manipur assembly currently has 59 MLAs, with one seat vacant due to the death N Kayisii, who represented Tadubi constituency. Opposition Congress has five members. While BJP refrained from commenting on the development, there were indications that the group of 10 could not have acted unilaterally. BJP brass will decide on govt formation: Manipur MLA Manipur has been under President's Rule since Feb after Biren Singh resigned as CM amid criticism about his govt's handling of the ethnic clashes between Meiteis and Kuki-Zos. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Médico: Eu imploro que os Brasileiros usem isso para emagrecer Palmilha Emagrecedora Compre já Undo The assembly, which has been under suspended animation, can be revived any time before the current spell of President's Rule expires on Aug 13, should BJP decide to form another govt. Radheshyam was vague on whether the initiative for the meeting with the governor had been sanctioned by the BJP brass. "The central leadership of BJP will take the decision," he quipped. Significantly, he revealed that Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata Singh has "individually and jointly" sounded the 44 MLAs and that there is no one who opposes the formation of a new govt. "We are ready to stake a claim to form a govt," he added. "People have faced so my hardships. In the previous term, two years were lost due to Covid, and in this term, another two years have been lost due to the conflict," said Radheshyam, emphasising the need for the return of a political dispensation in Imphal. The development comes amid intense protests in the Imphal Valley over an order by security forces to conceal the state's name - Manipur - on the windshield of a govt bus. Meitei groups demanded an official apology from the governor over the incident that happened in Gwaltabi on May 20, and the resignation of the chief secretary, the DGP and the security adviser. More than 250 people have died since the ethnic strife broke out on May 3, 2023, in the state. Meitei groups maintain that the territorial integrity of the state is non-negotiable in any peace process, while the Kuki-Zos assert that the only solution to resolve the crisis is creating a separate administration for the hill districts where they live.
NDTV
5 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
"44 MLAs Agreed To Form Government": Manipur BJP MLA After Meeting Governor
Guwahati/Imphal: In a big political development in Manipur, BJP MLA and former minister Thokchom Radheshyam on Wednesday said "all 44 MLAs" have agreed to form the government as per the wishes of the people, but the final decision will be taken by the central leadership. Mr Thokchom made the statement after he along with nine other MLAs met with Governor AK Bhalla at the Raj Bhavan in Imphal. "All 44 MLAs have agreed to form a popular government as per the wishes of the people. MLAs are ready to form the government. We have conveyed this to the Governor. We also discussed what solutions can be there for the issues," Mr Thokchom told reporters. He said the 10 MLAs met the Governor as representatives of all other MLAs to explain their position. "The Governor noted what we informed and will initiate actions in the best interests of the people," the MLA from Heirok assembly constituency said. On when would the BJP MLAs stake claim to form a government, Mr Thokchom said a decision will be taken by the central leadership. "We are a national party. However, to inform you that we are ready is similar to staking a claim to form the government. The Speaker has individually and jointly met with all the MLAs as well. There is no one who opposes the formation of a government," Mr Thokchom said. He said people are facing too much hardship. "In the previous term, two years have been lost due to Covid and in this term, another two years lost due to the conflict," the MLA said. Former chief minister N Biren Singh also met the Governor on Tuesday. BJP Rajya Sabha MP from Manipur, Maharaja Sanajaoba Leishemba, earlier this month expressed hope that a popular government would be formed in the state within the next two months. He asked all political leaders to unite in dealing with the challenges the state has been facing. "The President's rule alone cannot resolve the prevailing issues. A popular government can function closely in tandem with the people and find a solution to the present ethnic crisis," he had told reporters. The BJP's northeast In-charge Sambit Patra earlier this month visited the state's Kangpokpi and Churachandpur districts and met Kuki BJP MLAs Vungzagin Valte and Nemcha Kipgen. Ms Kipgen was the only woman minister in the then Biren Singh government.
NDTV
6 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
"44 MLAs Ready To Form Manipur Government": BJP MLA After Meeting Governor
In a big political development in Manipur, which is under President's Rule, BJP MLA and former minister Thokchom Radheshyam has said "all 44 MLAs" have agreed to form the government "as per the wishes of the people", but the final decision will be taken by the central leadership. Mr Radheshyam made the statement on Wednesday, after he and nine other MLAs met Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at the Raj Bhavan in Imphal. "All 44 MLAs have agreed to form a popular government as per the wishes of the people. MLAs are ready to form the government. We have conveyed this to the governor. We also discussed possible solutions for issues (plaguing the state). 10 MLAs visited the governor as representatives to explain our position... the final decision will be taken by the central leadership," the legislator from Heirok assembly constituency said. "The governor took note of what we said and assured us he will take whatever action is in the best interest of the people," he said. Manipur has been under President's Rule since February after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned. Mr Singh had been under fire for his handling of the violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which broke out in May 2023 and has claimed over 260 lives and left thousands displaced. The Manipur Assembly has a strength of 60, of which one seat is vacant. The BJP-led coalition consists of 44 MLAs, 37 of whom are from the party.
