Efforts to restore peace through dialogue on: Manipur CM

Manipur chief minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, while emphasizing the essence of peace for progress on Tuesday said, “Peace is a precondition for development of the state”.
Referring to the recent violence incidents in the state, Singh added, “As a chief minister of Manipur, I too felt the same pain and sorrow over the unfortunate incident.”
Addressing an event in Imphal East district today, he said that the unfortunate incident –killing of two kids in a bomb attack at Tronglaobi in Bishnupur district – occurred all of a sudden when the state government was putting at its efforts to restore free movement along the highways for all communities of the state and the restoration of peace through dialogue and talks.
“Such incidents caused pain and anguish to all communities,” he added.
Asserting that the case has been handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for investigation, the chief minister assured that the culprits will be booked and brought to justice at the earliest.
Despite the challenges and hindrances that came in the way, he said that the state government’s efforts to restore free movement along highways and rebuild trust among communities through sustained dialogue and engagement continued.
In connection with Tuesday’s event, the chief minister stressed on the importance of preserving indigenous religion and cultural heritage.
The event was related to the inauguration of a temple of Ebudhou Phunal Ningthou Telheiba–Santhok Ningthou Apanba, a deity associated with indigenous communities like Meitei, Maring (one of the recognized tribes of Manipur), etc. at Chanam Sandrok in Imphal East district.
He said, “Our indigenous religion and cultural heritage remain a vital force in shaping the identity and collective spirit of Manipur, inspiring trust, resilience, and togetherness among all.”
While offering prayers for the continued peace, stability, and well-being of the state and its people, the chief minister said this Shanglen (temple) reflected “the enduring strength of our spiritual and cultural traditions.”
“Such sacred spaces play a vital role in nurturing harmony, discipline, and positive values in society, guiding individuals away from negativity and towards a path of unity and righteousness,” he said.
On the occasion, five candidates from Keirao Assembly constituency who have successfully cleared the Manipur Public Service Commission (MPSC) examination recently were felicitated.
The chief minister said that “Hard work leads to success irrespective of family background and stressed the need to instill this mindset in future generations to help them succeed in life.”
BJP MLA from the constituency Lourembam Rameshwor Meetei, who also attended the event, stated that the continuous visits made by the chief minister to various districts of the state, both in the hills and the valley, were part of the government’s initiatives to bring normalcy to the state.