On Wednesday, Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh encouraged local artistes to leverage their influence in fostering peace and harmony among various communities. He also expressed his support for the implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state.
Singh recalled that during the crisis, when he was a Cabinet Minister in the State, he had requested the Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Henglep Constituency, Letzamang Haokip, to extend support in saving the lives of 120 Meitei labourers in Churachandpur District, which the MLA earnestly followed.
Singh said that the Meitei community must take on the role of a big brother and big sister, and take initiatives to bring an end to the crisis. Speaking to the artistes, Khemchand Singh said the crisis in the state, which began as a conflict between two communities, had now evolved into one involving three communities.
Government Backs National Register of Citizens Implementation
Art and Culture Minister Khuraijam Loken Singh confirmed the government’s support for the implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the State. He expressed appreciation for the artists who raised this important issue with the government. During a recent gathering he organized, Singh emphasized the government’s commitment to assist all artists and encouraged them to promote unity among the state’s residents.
