Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh, who is currently on a three-day tour of Jiribam district, has assured that all payments meant for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) would be made within 15 days.
Singh, who reached Jiribam on Saturday, lauded the people of the district for believing in restoration of peace in the state, stating that without peace, development will be delayed. Amid ethnic tensions, the visit aims to build trust and address local issues, marking a significant step toward communal harmony. Earlier, the Chief Minister was warmly welcomed by people in the district. The trip holds substantial significance, as it involves traversing the NH-37 route, which has been largely avoided due to ongoing ethnic tensions between the Meitei and Kuki communities.
Accompanied by state BJP president A Sharda Devi, seven MLAs, and senior officials, this visit is part of efforts to mend communal fractures and address local concerns. The delegation’s arrival marks a critical moment as Singh aims to foster dialogue and understanding among the region’s diverse communities. “It is a matter of immense satisfaction that I received a warm and cordial welcome at the Community Interaction Programme held at New Alipur Baptist Church, Kagaluang, in Jiribam district. The gathering reflected a spirit of unity, where people from different communities came together to share their thoughts and aspirations for peace, mutual understanding, and communal harmony,’ Singh later stated on social media. “Such meaningful engagements are vital in strengthening bonds among communities and building a shared vision for a peaceful and progressive society. I firmly believe that these programmes should be conducted more widely and regularly to nurture goodwill, encourage dialogue, and ensure that the benefits of development and welfare initiatives reach every section of society,” he said.
