Khemchand's Arrival Signals New Hope for Manipur's Governance
BJP MLA Yumnam Khemchand arrived in Imphal, welcomed by supporters, as preparations for the swearing-in ceremony were underway at Lok Bhavan. Khemchand, expected to become the next Chief Minister, along with five ministers, is looking to bring peace to Manipur, currently under President's Rule after ethnic tensions.
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BJP MLA Yumnam Khemchand, newly elected leader of the NDA's legislature party in Manipur, landed in Imphal on Wednesday. His arrival marks preparations for the anticipated swearing-in ceremony at Lok Bhavan.
Hundreds of BJP backers gathered at Imphal airport to welcome Khemchand, poised to be the next Chief Minister of the restive state, currently under President's Rule. Accompanied by fellow BJP MLAs and central party leaders, Khemchand returned from a key meeting in New Delhi concerning the state's new government formation.
BJP MLA Thongam Biswajit announced that five ministers would take the oath, expressing optimism for the peace that the new administration aims to bring. Amidst the anticipation, BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh appealed for support, underscoring unity and dedication to the state's progress. The governance shift follows N Biren Singh's resignation amid criticism of his administration's response to ethnic conflicts between Meiteis and Kukis.
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