Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modic over the ongoing violence situation in Manipur. He demanded the immediate removal of the BJP’s “incompetent” chief minister, accusing the ruling party of turning Manipur into a battlefield and weaponizing violence against women and children.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Kharge expressed his concerns, stating, “For 147 days, the people of Manipur have been suffering, but PM Modi does not have time to visit the state. The horrific images of students being targeted in this violence have once again shocked the entire nation.”
Kharge continued, “It is now apparent that violence against women and children was weaponized in this strife. The beautiful state of Manipur has been turned into a battlefield, all because of the BJP.”
Highlighting the urgency of the situation, Kharge added, “It is high time PM Modi sacks BJP’s incompetent Manipur Chief Minister. This would be the first step to control any further turmoil.”
The Congress party has been consistently targeting the BJP-led central government regarding the ongoing violence in Manipur and has questioned why the Prime Minister has not visited the violence-hit state.
The recent photographs of two missing students, Hijam Linthoingambi, 17, and Phijam Hemjit, 20, emerged on social media platforms, revealing their presence in what appears to be a makeshift jungle camp. The tragic incident has further intensified concerns in the state.
The Manipur state government has pledged to take “swift and decisive” action against those responsible for the abduction and murder of the two students. Authorities have urged the public to exercise restraint and allow professionals to conduct the investigation. The police are working in collaboration with central security agencies to uncover the full details of this distressing incident.
The state of Manipur has been gripped by widespread violence since May, following a high court directive that recommended considering the inclusion of the non-tribal Meitei community in the list of Scheduled Tribes (ST), triggering ethnic clashes. The unrest has resulted in over 170 fatalities and numerous injuries.
News Summary:
- Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge calls for the removal of Manipur’s BJP chief minister amidst ongoing violence.
- Kharge accuses the BJP of weaponizing violence against women and children and turning Manipur into a battlefield.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces criticism for not visiting the violence-affected state.
- Photographs of two missing students, Hijam Linthoingambi and Phijam Hemjit, in a makeshift jungle camp raise concerns.
- The Manipur state government promises swift action against those responsible for the students’ abduction and murder.
- Over 170 casualties and numerous injuries have occurred in Manipur’s violence since May due to ethnic clashes sparked by a high court directive.