Manipur govt committed to strengthening police force to maintain peace: CM
The Chief Minister of Manipur, Y Khemchand Singh, has emphasized the government's commitment to strengthening the police force to ensure peace in the state, which has experienced ethnic violence for three years. He highlighted the importance of a robust police presence and urged citizens to avoid violent protests. The government has also initiated the modernization of the police force by flagging off 477 new vehicles to enhance law enforcement capabilities.
- ▪The Manipur government is focused on strengthening the police force to maintain peace in the state.
- ▪Over 260 people have died in ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo groups since May 2023.
- ▪The Chief Minister urged citizens to refrain from violent agitations and engage in peaceful dialogue.
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Manipur govt committed to strengthening police force to maintain peace: CMManipur govt committed to strengthening police force to maintain peace: CMPublished on: May 25, 2026 1:07 PM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link Imphal, Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Monday said his government is committed to strengthening the police force to maintain peace in the state that has witnessed ethic violence for about three years, and urged people to refrain from violent agitations.Manipur govt committed to strengthening police force to maintain peace: CMSpeaking at an event on the occasion of flagging off 477 new vehicles for the state police, he asserted that it would be difficult to bring peace to Manipur without a strong police force.Singh said, "Manipur Police personnel took a big responsibility…
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