Manipur Chief Minister Plans Temporary Houses for Violence-Affected, Seeks Assistance from Mizoram CM

On Monday, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed deep concern about the ongoing ethnic violence, describing it as a “highly distressing situation.” He stated that his government intends to construct pre-fabricated houses to temporarily relocate people from relief camps.

“After visiting several relief camps and witnessing the suffering of the people, the government is making every effort to provide assistance at the highest level. We plan to build pre-fabricated houses as temporary accommodation until a parliamentary settlement is reached to facilitate their return to their original places. Approximately 3,000-4,000 temporary houses will be constructed,” he explained.

The Chief Minister further added, “We aim to provide all necessary facilities within two months to facilitate the smooth transition of those in relief camps to these temporary houses.”

Additionally, CM Singh sought assistance from Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga to help resolve the violence issue in the state, as stated in a tweet by Zoramthanga on Sunday.

Zoramthanga mentioned that Biren contacted him via phone at 12:30 PM, requesting aid “to resolve the issue and promote peaceful co-existence. The request specifically pertains to ensuring peaceful settlement for the Mizoram Meitei community.”

“I assured the Chief Minister of Manipur that the Government of Mizoram deeply regrets the ongoing violence and has already taken measures to mitigate it. I also expressed support for the steps taken by the Government of Manipur and the Central Government,” Zoramthanga added.

The Mizoram CM emphasized his assurance to Biren that the people of Mizoram are empathetic towards the Meitei community and that both the government and NGOs have implemented measures to ensure their safety and security.

The violence in Manipur has claimed the lives of over 100 people since May 3, when clashes erupted between the numerically dominant Meitei community, comprising 53% of the state’s population, and tribal communities, particularly the Kukis, who primarily reside in the hill districts.

The clashes ensued following a “Tribal Solidarity March” organized on May 3 by the hill districts’ residents to protest the Meitei community’s demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.

In a separate incident, an Indian Army soldier sustained injuries on Sunday due to unprovoked firing from Kanto Sabal towards Chingmang village in Manipur’s Imphal West. The Indian Army’s Spear Corps tweeted that the army retaliated with controlled fire, taking into consideration the presence of villagers in the area. The injured soldier was evacuated to Military Hospital Leimakhong and is currently in a stable condition.

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