New Delhi: Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge wrote a letter on Tuesday President Draupadi Murmu And called for intervention on the ongoing crisis in Manipur.
Kharge claimed that the Central government and the state government have completely failed to restore peace and normalcy in Manipur during the last 18 months.
“The country has faced a grave tragedy of extraordinary proportions due to the unprecedented turmoil in Manipur over the last 18 months, the ongoing turmoil that has claimed the lives of more than 300 people, including women, children and even small infants “Approximately one lakh human population has been internally displaced and has been forced to live in various relief camps,” the letter said.
“Since both the Central Government and the State Government of Manipur have completely failed to restore peace and normalcy in Manipur during the last 18 months, the people of the State have obviously lost faith in both the Governments. Day by day, the people of Manipur are becoming unsafe on their own soil – their home area their babies, infants, children and women are being brutally killed and with no help from the respective governments, they More than 540 people are feeling completely isolated and helpless. In fact, they have lost their trust in the Prime Minister of India and the Chief Minister of the State to protect their lives and properties.”
In his letter to Murmu, Kharge also said that despite the demand of the people of Manipur, Prime Minister Narendra has not visited Manipur since May 2023.
”You must be aware that despite the demand of the people of Manipur, the Prime Minister has not visited the state since May 2023. On the other hand, Kharge, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, has been to Manipur thrice in the last 18 months. “I myself have visited the state during this period and the Prime Minister’s refusal to visit Manipur is beyond anyone’s understanding,” Kharge said. ”
“I recognize that it has become constitutionally mandated for you, Honorable Madam, as the President of the Republic of India and the custodian of our Constitution, to maintain constitutional propriety and to ensure the security of lives and properties of our people. Intervene immediately.” As enshrined in the Constitution, I am confident that, through the intervention of your respected office, the people of Manipur will again live in peace in their homes with dignity and security.”
violence in manipur Ethnic conflict between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities continues to escalate, resulting in more than 220 deaths since last year. The Congress has demanded Shah’s resignation, holding the Home Minister and the Chief Minister responsible for the state’s crisis.
The Manipur Assembly resolution adopted earlier this week sought a “mass campaign” against Cookie Militant and review of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA). Meanwhile, internet suspension has been extended till November 20 in several districts, underscoring the ongoing instability in the region.
