Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh Denies Resignation Rumours

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has denied reports suggesting his resignation, calling them unfounded and attributing them to political rivals exploiting the state's unrest. Singh emphasizes that strong leadership is crucial in the current climate of violence and urges media outlets to avoid spreading unverified news.

On Monday, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh firmly denied rumours regarding his resignation, characterizing them as baseless. Addressing the media, he emphasized the critical need for strong leadership amid the ongoing violence in the state.

Singh attributed these rumours to political adversaries aiming to leverage the state's volatile situation to their advantage.

The Chief Minister urged journalists to refrain from spreading unverified reports, warning that such misinformation could induce widespread panic.

He stressed the importance of the government's continuous communication with the PMO and Union Home Ministry to manage the crisis effectively.

The Chief Minister's statements came in the wake of a media report predicting his imminent resignation, a claim he has strongly refuted.

Singh noted that leaving his post could exacerbate the current chaos and reiterated his commitment to guiding the people through these challenging times.

Moreover, Singh called on media outlets to provide accurate coverage by visiting Manipur to gauge the real situation, which has been severely impacted by ethnic conflict since May last year.

He also highlighted the introduction of new criminal laws aimed at reforming the justice system and combating mob justice, urging people to abandon this unlawful practice.

The state has seen over 200 fatalities and thousands rendered homeless due to ongoing ethnic strife since May 3, 2023.