Manipur violence Latest News 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi makes his first remarks on Manipur in Rajya Sabha today, assures Parliament of decline in violence and schools reopening
Prime Minister Narendra Modi replies to the Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address in the Rajya Sabha during the ongoing Parliament session, in New Delhi, Wednesday, July 3, 2024. (Photo: PTI)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi finally broke his silence on the Manipur violence that broke out on May 3, 2023, between the Meitei people and the Kuki-Zo tribal community in the north-eastern state. Addressing the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday the Prime Minister assured the House that violence in Manipur was steadily declining and schools had begun reopening across most parts of the state. Modi added that efforts were being made to ensure a complete return to peace.
“Efforts are continuously being made to normalise the situation in Manipur. More than 11,000 FIRs have been registered and over 500 individuals have been arrested,” Modi said. He highlighted that incidents of violence are on a decline in the region. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp
The Prime Minister also noted that Manipur is facing severe flooding. To address this, the central government has deployed two teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to aid in flood relief efforts.
He assured that schools, colleges, offices, and other institutions in Manipur have resumed operations, emphasising the active dialogue between the central and state governments with all stakeholders to restore peace.
