Manipur: CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh condemns Kangpokpi incident, appeals for mutual trust and peaceful coexistence

Guwahati: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh strongly condemned the unfortunate incident of Friday at Kangpokpi district and appealed to all sections of society to rebuild mutual trust and live together peacefully.

The 80th Independence Day was celebrated across Manipur today, with the State-level celebration held at the 1st Manipur Rifles Parade Ground, Imphal, where Yumnam Khemchand Singh, hoisted the National Flag. He inspected the Guard of Honour and took the salute at the march-past presented by 23 contingents, commanded by Smt. Haobam Sanghamita, MPS, CO, 19th IRB.

Singh stressed that peace is the foundation of development and that lasting stability can be achieved through mutual trust, justice, dignity and the participation of all communities. Acknowledging the support of the Central Government in restoring peace in the State, he called upon the people to work collectively towards peace, development and a stronger Manipur.


Also read | India Inc backs Modi’s Independence Day push

Recalling the sacrifices of the freedom fighters and ancestors who contributed to India’s independence, the Chief Minister highlighted the country’s progress in infrastructure, manufacturing, innovation and inclusive development. He said initiatives under Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Digital India are creating employment opportunities, strengthening domestic manufacturing and improving access to public services and digital payments.

Referring to Viksit Bharat, he said the goal is to make India a developed, self-reliant and globally competitive nation by 2047.

Singh said infrastructure works are being undertaken in rural and urban areas, while healthcare services are being extended to remote hill areas through Mobile Medical Units, PM-JANMAN and Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan.

He also highlighted efforts under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 to strengthen rural drinking water supply.

Also read | India @80: World salutes a rising superpower

On rural livelihood and employment, the Chief Minister said the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rojgar and Aajeevika Mission (Grameen) has increased guaranteed employment from 100 to 125 days and wages from Rs. 263 to Rs. 300. He also highlighted the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana for promoting formal employment.

In agriculture, he informed that a bio-reactor unit for biofertilizer production has been established at CSIR-NEIST to support organic farming and improve soil fertility. On welfare measures, the Chief Minister said 35 IDPs suffering from chronic illnesses were recently provided Rs. 1 lakh each, while around 2.4 lakh beneficiaries received assistance of Rs. 91 crore under 17 social welfare schemes. An Integrated Monthly Pension Processing Scheme has also been launched for timely and transparent delivery of social security benefits.

On law and order, he informed that 477 new vehicles were distributed to the Manipur Police and ERSS-112 was launched to strengthen emergency response. A Manipur Police Museum has also been established to preserve the history and legacy of the force. An exclusive Special NIA Court was established in Thoubal District, while the Nodera Emergency Response Application was launched in Noney to facilitate reporting of emergencies.

In education, the Chief Minister highlighted the establishment of a District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) building at Salam and a school library at Heirangoithong High School. Under the 77th Van Mahotsav, 15 lakh tree saplings were planted across the State. He also highlighted initiatives to combat drug abuse among youth, including the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan and the 10-Crore Addiction-Free Pledge Mega Campaign.

He further highlighted Jan-Bhagidari—Sabse Dur, Sabse Pehle and Jan Kalyan Shivir as initiatives for direct and people-centric delivery of government services. Yashoda AI, a national AI literacy and digital safety campaign, was also highlighted for promoting digital awareness among women through the National Commission for Women.

The Chief Minister’s Special Citation for Outstanding Devotion to Service, carrying a certificate, plaque and cash prize of Rs. 1 lakh, was awarded to A. Subhash Singh, Special Secretary (Home), for coordination of IDP rehabilitation, Aadhaar reverification, mandatory biometric verification of children and border-fencing works in Manipur.