Amit Shah Seeks Extension of President's Rule in Manipur Amid Ethnic Strife

Union Minister Amit Shah will move a resolution for extending President's rule in Manipur, citing ongoing ethnic violence and political instability. The President's rule, initially imposed after Chief Minister N Biren Singh's resignation, will continue, with the central government managing the state's affairs through the Governor.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to present a statutory resolution in the Lok Sabha, seeking an extension of President's rule in the violence-stricken state of Manipur. The extension underlines the challenges the state continues to face amidst ongoing ethnic clashes.

The resolution seeks Parliamentary approval to continue the President's rule until February 2026, with its current term set to end in August 2025. This decision follows earlier approvals by both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and comes after former Chief Minister N Biren Singh's resignation due to extended unrest.

Tensions between the Meitei majority and Kuki-Zomi minorities have escalated into significant violence, with disputes over economic rights and land ownership leading to numerous deaths and the displacement of thousands. The central government's intervention aims to stabilize the region, ensuring administrative coherence and potentially paving the way for fresh elections.

(With inputs from agencies.)