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Manipur MLAs Push for Elected Government as May 3 Mobilizations Loom

A coalition of 21 legislators urges Prime Minister Modi to end President’s Rule, citing fears of renewed violence and public discontent.

Expressing concern over the growing unrest, the letter further read, “There is a strong apprehension among the public that violence may reoccur.” (File photo)
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Overview

  • 21 MLAs from Manipur have formally written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, requesting the reinstatement of an elected government to address ongoing unrest.
  • The legislators expressed concerns about the potential for renewed violence, citing public dissatisfaction with the prolonged imposition of President’s Rule since February 2025.
  • The signatories, representing multiple parties, claim to have the support of 32 legislators and may stake a claim to form a government if no response is received by mid-May.
  • Civil society groups are organizing large-scale mobilizations on May 3, with valley-based COCOMI promoting unity and hill-based ITLF marking the day as 'Separation Day.'
  • The ethnic conflict in Manipur, ongoing since May 2023, has resulted in over 250 deaths, 60,000 displaced individuals, and the deployment of 80,000 security personnel.