Imphal: Expressing contrition to the present ethnic crisis in Manipur, Chief Minister Nongthombam Biren Singh made a fervent appeal for peace in the state and said by forgiving and forgetting among us we can live harmoniously and continuing our journey on the path of development which has lost for the last three months.
The violence has killed over hundred people, thousands are homeless and hundreds of crores of properties have been destroyed. The violence won’t bring any development. If there was any misunderstanding and miscommunication among the communities, we can sit across the table and discuss all the shortcomings. For this, our door is always open, Biren stated while unfurling the national tricolour on the 77th Indian Independence Day celebration held here on Tuesday.
The chief minister said as a part of the Indian Union and strictly following its constitutional provision, his government has been continuously working for the betterment and upliftment of the state both in hills and valleys. However, some vested interests and forces from outside tried to destabilize our peace-loving state and country.
His government has never worked and will never commit anything that would be against the constitutional obligation. Even if it did, his government won’t survive for a moment, Biren added.
While appealing to the citizens of the state to avoid violence, the chief minister said his government will continue its war against drugs and to detect, and detain all illegal immigrants under the constitution of India. This should not be against any individual or community. If there is any misunderstanding or miscommunication, we can discuss it collectively. So that we can bring peace and continue our journey of development.
We must continue to strive for inclusivity, justice, and equality for all citizens. My commitment to you, my fellow citizens, is to work tirelessly for your well-being, to create avenues for growth and empowerment, and to uphold the values that define our Nation, the chief minister added.
Awards distributed
On the occasion of Independence Day, nine police personnel from the State have been awarded Police Medal for Meritorious Service while Pravin Dadaso Ingawale, IPS, Superintendent of Police has been awarded the Union Home Minister’s Medal for Excellence in Investigation, 2023.
The Police Medal for Meritorious Service Awardees are: Sapam Yaimathoi Singh, Hav No 1194253, 2nd IRB; Kongrailatpam debadatta Sharma, Hav No 07200028, 7th Bn MR; L Shanta Singh, Hav No 097060, 1st MR; Yumlembam Sunanta Sing, Sub, JC No 487, MPTC; Khaute Thangzalal, Vaiphei, Inspector CID9SB); L Sheimang Khongsai, MPS, AC 1st IRB; Md Fayazur Rahaman, Jamadar, JC No 1031, 6th IRB; Sanasam Tejen Singh , Jamadar JC No 966, 1st IRB and Sijagurumayum Budhachandrs Sharma, Jamadar, JC No 968, 1st IRB.
