President’s Rule Imposed in Manipur as BJP Government Falls Amid Violence

Manipur has been placed under President’s Rule following the collapse of the BJP-led government and months of deadly ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities. The unrest, which has claimed over 200 lives, forced Chief Minister N Biren Singh to resign, leaving the state without a leader.

The decision came after Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla submitted a report detailing the deteriorating situation. With no consensus on a new Chief Minister and rising tensions, the Centre imposed President’s Rule under Article 356 of the Constitution, effectively transferring governance to the President and Parliament.

In the 59-member assembly, the BJP held 37 seats, but its key allies the NPP and KPA withdrew support after the violence. The Congress had planned a no-confidence motion against Singh, but his resignation led to the government’s downfall before it could be tabled. Security was also heightened to prevent further unrest, and a previous order summoning the state assembly was nullified.

While the Congress criticized the BJP for mismanaging the crisis, Kuki-Zo groups welcomed the move, hoping it would bring stability and a path toward a lasting solution. With Manipur now under central control, all eyes are on how the government will restore order and rebuild trust in the troubled state.