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Manipur CM Blames Congress for Current State Affairs

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Manipur CM Blames Congress for Current State Affairs

1. Manipur CM N. Biren Singh blames Congress’s “appeasement politics” for state challenges.
2. Singh suggests that Congress’s failure to secure borders exacerbated Manipur’s situation.
3. Border fencing could have prevented the current state crisis, according to Singh’s remarks.

Imphal, April 16: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh criticized the Congress on April 15, attributing the state’s current challenges to their “appeasement politics.”

Singh asserted that had the Congress taken measures such as border fencing, the situation wouldn’t have deteriorated to its current state.

Expressing gratitude to Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his recent visit to Manipur, Singh highlighted the reassurance Shah provided regarding border security and the issue of illegal immigrants.

Shah’s commitment to preserving Manipur’s unity and integrity under BJP governance resonated with Singh and the Manipuri populace.

During his visit, Shah reaffirmed the BJP’s pledge to safeguard Manipur’s unity, emphasizing that the state’s integrity would not be compromised under BJP rule.

Also Read: Supreme Court Rejects Plea for Voting Access to 18,000 Internally Displaced People in Manipur Elections

Singh echoed this sentiment, criticizing the Congress for neglecting to fortify borders during their tenure, which he believed could have prevented the influx of migrants and subsequent turmoil.

In a rally held in Imphal, Shah reiterated the BJP’s dedication to preventing Manipur’s disintegration and restoring peace under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership.

He assured that the BJP would address the root causes of the ongoing ethnic violence, reaffirming their commitment to the state’s stability and prosperity.

Supreme Court Rejects Plea for Voting Access to 18,000 Internally Displaced People in Manipur Elections

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Supreme Court Rejects Plea for Voting Access to 18,000 Internally Displaced People in Manipur Elections

1. The Supreme Court rejected a plea for voting facilities for 18,000 internally displaced people in Manipur.
2. Manipur’s Lok Sabha elections on April 19 and 26 prompted the urgency of the plea.
3. The plea sought to enable displaced individuals to cast their votes in the upcoming elections.

Imphal, April 15: The Supreme Court declined a plea seeking voting facilities for approximately 18,000 internally displaced individuals in Manipur ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.

Scheduled for April 19 and 26, the polling for Manipur’s two Lok Sabha seats prompted the plea’s urgency. However, the court cited the timing of the plea as a hindrance to intervention.

A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra expressed reluctance to interfere at this late stage, highlighting the potential disruptions to the election process.

The plea, brought by Manipur resident Naulak Khamsuanthang and others, urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to facilitate voting for internally displaced persons settled outside Manipur.

Specifically, it requested the establishment of special polling booths in their respective states of residence.

Also Read: Women in Imphal obstruct vehicles en route to Amit Shah’s event in protest

The petition emphasized the predicament of 18,000 internally displaced individuals who wished to participate in the Manipur elections.

Manipur has grappled with a series of violent episodes since May 2023, stemming from ethnic tensions. The initial outbreak occurred during a ‘Tribal Solidarity March’ organized in protest against the Meitei community’s demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.

Over 160 fatalities and numerous injuries have been recorded since the violence erupted, prompting many to seek refuge in relief camps, far removed from their homes.

Despite a gradual decrease in the frequency and severity of violent incidents, the aftermath of the turmoil continues to impact communities across Manipur.

Women in Imphal obstruct vehicles en route to Amit Shah’s event in protest

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Women in Imphal obstruct vehicles en route to Amit Shah’s event in protest

1. Women in Imphal, Manipur, took to the streets today, April 15, blocking roads and obstructing vehicles heading towards Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s programme.
2. Groups of women burned tyres and erected barricades, seeking to hinder attendees from reaching Shah’s election campaign event.
3. Despite opposition, security personnel managed to control the situation without any reported incidents.

Imphal, April 15: Women in Imphal, Manipur, took to the streets today, April 15, to block roads and obstruct vehicles heading towards Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s programme.

Groups of women burned tyres and barricaded roads, aiming to prevent attendees from reaching Shah’s election campaign event.

Before Shah’s arrival, protests erupted in parts of Imphal West and Imphal East, with demonstrators expressing their disapproval.

In the Lamlong area of Imphal East District, protesters stopped vehicles to hinder access to a BJP election rally at Hapta Kangjeibung.

Also Read: Amit Shah Vows to Preserve Manipur’s Unity During Imphal Rally

Similar protests occurred in New Checkon in Imphal East, where roads were blocked and fires were set.

Despite tensions, security forces managed to maintain control, and no major incidents were reported. One protester voiced disappointment over Shah’s visit, citing ongoing crises in the state and questioning the timing of his arrival during the election period.

The protesters criticized Shah’s visit as politically motivated and failing to address the state’s pressing issues. They argued that there was no reason to welcome Shah’s visit, given its perceived electoral agenda.

While opposition to Shah’s visit was evident, thousands still attended the public meeting, with some women even lining the roadsides to welcome him.

Amit Shah Vows to Preserve Manipur’s Unity During Imphal Rally

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Amit Shah Vows to Preserve Manipur’s Unity During Imphal Rally

1. Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledges to safeguard Manipur’s unity during his Imphal visit.
2. Shah was accused of attempts to change Manipur’s demographic through infiltration.
3. He frames the Lok Sabha election as a struggle between preserving and fracturing Manipur’s unity.

Imphal, April 15: Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared in Imphal on Monday that Manipur’s unity would be preserved, alleging attempts to alter the state’s demography through infiltration.

He emphasized the Lok Sabha election as a battle between forces striving to maintain Manipur’s unity and those seeking to fracture it.

Shah assured, “No matter the efforts made, we won’t allow Manipur to break apart,” underscoring the commitment to peace and unity under the Narendra Modi government.

He highlighted Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s demand for an inner-line permit to safeguard Manipur’s integrity, a request fulfilled by the BJP government.

Also Read: Report: India’s Tree Cover Shrinks by 2.3 Million Hectares from 2001 to 2023

Referring to the tragic ethnic clashes in Manipur last year, Shah stressed the significance of transforming the destiny of the country by addressing the challenges in the Northeast, particularly in Manipur.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi echoed similar sentiments, noting significant improvements in the state’s situation owing to government interventions and collaborative efforts.

In a recent interview, PM Modi acknowledged the positive developments in Manipur, attributing them to the concerted efforts of both the central and state governments.

Last year, PM Modi had assured the people of Manipur of India’s support and commitment to resolving their challenges, pledging parliamentary solidarity in finding solutions to their grievances.

Report: India’s Tree Cover Shrinks by 2.3 Million Hectares from 2001 to 2023

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Report: India’s Tree Cover Shrinks by 2.3 Million Hectares from 2001 to 2023

1. Assam, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, and other North East states contributed to 60% of tree cover loss.
2. The data from the Global Forest Watch project indicates a 6% decline since 2000.
3. North East India experienced significant deforestation, impacting regional ecosystems and biodiversity.

New Delhi, April 15: Assam, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh and other North East states accounted for 60% of tree cover loss during the period, according to the data.

Data from the Global Forest Watch monitoring project showed that the figure is equivalent to a 6% decrease since 2000. Five states from the North East accounted for more than 50% of all tree cover loss.

Assam had the maximum tree cover loss at 324,000 hectares, Mizoram lost 312,000 hectares of tree cover, Arunachal Pradesh 262,000 hectares, Nagaland 259,000 hectares and Manipur 240,000 hectares.

From 2001 to 2022 Arunachal Pradesh lost 198 hectares, Nagaland 195 hectares, Assam 116 hectares and Meghalaya 97 hectares due to forest fires but Odisha remained on the top of the list with tree cover loss of 238 hectares lost per year.

The Global Forest Watch, which tracks forest cover changes in near real-time using satellite data, and other sources, said that India lost 414,000 hectares of humid primary forest (4.1%) from 2002 to 2023. This makes up almost 18% of its total tree cover loss at the same time.

Also Read: Election Commission of India seizes Rs 4,650 crore ahead of Lok Sabha polls, highest-ever

The Union government passed the Forest Conservation Amendment Act, of 2023. The law allowed the diversion of forests for the construction of roads, railway lines or strategic linear projects of national importance within 100 kms of India’s international borders – without allowing forest clearance.

However, in February, the Supreme Court told states and Union Territories to follow the definition of forest that is mentioned in a 1996 judgement, which said that any area that has a forest cover will be protected under conservation laws.

The 1996 judgement has protected vast tracts of Adivasi lands under the Forest Conservation Act, of 1980, even if they are not formally classified as a “forest” in records.

Election Commission of India seizes Rs 4,650 crore ahead of Lok Sabha polls, highest-ever

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Election Commission of India seizes Rs 4,650 crore ahead of Lok Sabha polls, highest-ever

1. Election Commission reports Rs 4,650 crore seizure ahead of April 19 Lok Sabha polls.
2. The seizure amount exceeds the total confiscations during the 2019 parliamentary elections.
3. Pre-election confiscations reach a record high under Election Commission supervision.

New Delhi, April 15: Ahead of the Lok Sabha polls scheduled to commence on April 19, the Election Commission has reported a significant seizure of Rs 4,650 crore by authorities under its supervision.

This amount surpasses the total seizures made during the 2019 parliamentary elections, marking a record high in pre-election confiscations.

The Election Commission disclosed that enforcement authorities have been actively seizing over Rs 100 crore daily since March 1 in anticipation of the Lok Sabha elections. This proactive approach underscores the Commission’s commitment to upholding the integrity of the electoral process.

In a statement, the poll body emphasized that the ongoing efforts represent the highest-ever seizures of inducements recorded in the 75-year history of Lok Sabha elections in India.

Flying squads, statistics surveillance teams, video viewing teams, and border checkposts have been tirelessly engaged in executing their duties to curb malpractices.

Also Read: Himanta Biswa Sarma: PM Modi the Remedy for Development; Rahul Gandhi an Ineffective Cure

The Commission further stated its determination to prevent the movement and distribution of illicit items such as cash, liquor, freebies, drugs, and narcotics.

These measures aim to maintain a level playing field and ensure fair and transparent elections across the country.

With the Lok Sabha elections slated to be held in seven phases on April 19, April 26, May 7, May 13, May 20, May 25, and June 1, the Election Commission remains vigilant in its efforts to safeguard the electoral process.

Results are anticipated to be announced on June 4, marking the culmination of this democratic exercise.

Himanta Biswa Sarma: PM Modi the Remedy for Development; Rahul Gandhi an Ineffective Cure

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Himanta Biswa Sarma: PM Modi the Remedy for Development; Rahul Gandhi an Ineffective Cure

1. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma lambasted the Congress for purportedly neglecting development in the Kaziranga constituency.
2. He cast doubt on Congress’s prospects in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections.
3. The Chief Minister launched a vigorous critique during his campaign in Borpukhuri.

Guwahati, April 15: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a scathing attack on the Congress party during an election campaign in Borpukhuri under the Kaziranga constituency.

He criticized the Congress for its alleged lack of development initiatives in the Kaziranga constituency and expressed doubt about the party’s chances of winning in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Sarma asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and governance were instrumental in driving development across the country.

He likened Modi to effective medicine, claiming that his policies and initiatives were addressing the nation’s challenges effectively.

In contrast, Sarma portrayed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as an ineffective remedy, suggesting that his leadership could not bring about positive change.

The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of voting for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the upcoming elections, asserting that doing so would contribute to the country’s progress.

Also Read: Poll Violence Erupts in Sikkim as SDF Candidate’s Vehicle Targeted by Vandals

He dismissed the Congress candidate in the Kaziranga constituency as “useless” and claimed that the party stood no chance of winning the elections.

Sarma also highlighted the success of the Jal Jeevan Mission in Assam, a flagship drinking water program initiated by the Modi government.

He praised the state’s achievement of over 75% of the program’s target, showcasing the effectiveness of the initiative in providing clean drinking water to the people of Assam.

The electoral showdown in the Kaziranga constituency is scheduled for April 19, with BJP’s Kamakhya Prasad Tasa and Congress’ Roselina Tirkey as the primary contenders.

The constituency encompasses various areas, including Kaliabor, Barhampur, Binnakandi, Hojai, Lumding, Golaghat, Dergaon, Khumtai, Bokakhat, and Sarupathar.

However, recent changes have resulted in the inclusion of four seats previously part of Kaliabor in the Nagaon constituency.

Poll Violence Erupts in Sikkim as SDF Candidate’s Vehicle Targeted by Vandals

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Poll Violence Erupts in Sikkim as SDF Candidate’s Vehicle Targeted by Vandals

1. Miscreants targeted a vehicle linked to SDF candidate Tenzing Norbu Lamtha in Sikkim.
2. The incident occurred last evening and resulted in injuries to a party worker.
3. This episode adds to the concerns surrounding poll-related violence in the region.

Gangtok, April 15: Sikkim witnessed another bout of poll-related violence as miscreants targeted a vehicle affiliated with SDF Syari Constituency candidate Tenzing Norbu Lamtha.

The incident, which took place last evening, left a party worker injured.

The vehicle, utilized for official campaign activities by SDF party workers in Syari, was vandalized, escalating tensions surrounding the ongoing electoral campaign.

Amidst growing concerns over political violence and alleged monetary inducements, the Citizen Action Party (CAP) Sikkim strongly condemned the incident, urging decisive action to preserve the integrity of the electoral process.

During a press conference on April 11, LP Kafley, Chairman of CAP Sikkim’s election campaign committee, expressed deep concern over the surge in political violence despite the Model Code of Conduct.

Kafley highlighted reports of violence from various parts of the state, along with allegations of cash distribution by political entities to sway voters.

Incidents of cash seizures at checkpoints have further raised concerns about the misuse of financial resources to influence the election outcome.

Also Read: Assam Braces for Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorms: RMC’s April 15-18 Alert

Kafley emphasized the need for swift intervention by the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the Chief Election Officer (CEO) of Sikkim to curb poll-related violence and the unlawful use of monetary incentives.

He stressed the importance of enforcing the Model Code of Conduct to prevent electoral malpractice and ensure fair competition among all candidates.

Assam Braces for Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorms: RMC’s April 15-18 Alert

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Assam Braces for Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorms: RMC’s April 15-18 Alert

1. RMC alerts Assam: Turbulent weather expected from April 15-18.
2. Cyclonic circulation over North Bangladesh to affect Assam’s weather.
3. Bay of Bengal moisture incursion adds to Assam’s weather woes.

Guwahati, April 15: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued a statement warning of turbulent weather conditions in Assam from April 15 to 18, 2024.

The state is bracing for disturbances caused by a cyclonic circulation over North Bangladesh and surrounding regions, combined with moisture incursion from the Bay of Bengal.

Assam is expected to witness thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and sporadic to widespread rainfall during this period, with heavy rainfall predicted on April 16 and 17.

On April 14, isolated areas may experience light to moderate rainfall, with a high likelihood of thunderstorms and lightning across various districts including Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa, Tamulpur, Hojai, East Karbianglong, and Golaghat.

Moving to April 15, isolated thunderstorms and lightning strikes are anticipated across districts such as Baksa, Nalbari, Bajali, Tamulpur, Kamrup(M), Darang, Udalguri, East Karbianglong, West Karbianglong, Golaghat, Sonitpur, Bishwanath, and Lakhimpur. Some areas may also witness light to moderate rainfall.

Also Read: Jairam Ramesh Suggests Assam CM’s Anxiety Over Gaurav Gogoi’s Possible Victory in Jorhat

April 16 may see light to moderate rainfall in several locations across Assam, with heavy rainfall forecasted in isolated areas over districts including Goalpara, Bongaigaon, Darang, and Udalguri.

As for April 17, light to moderate rainfall is expected across many areas, with isolated heavy rainfall possible in districts like Goalpara, Bongaigaon, Sonitpur, Bishwanath, Majuli, and Dibrugarh. Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are also possible in isolated locations.

On April 18, isolated thunderstorms and lightning are anticipated over districts like Jorhat, Majuli, Sibsagarh, Charaideo, Dibrugarh, and Tinsukia, along with mild to moderate rainfall in several areas.

Jairam Ramesh Suggests Assam CM’s Anxiety Over Gaurav Gogoi’s Possible Victory in Jorhat

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Jairam Ramesh Suggests Assam CM’s Anxiety Over Gaurav Gogoi’s Possible Victory in Jorhat

1. Jairam Ramesh alleges significant support for Congress across Northeastern states.
2. His comments come amidst ongoing campaign activities and alleged obstacles faced by Congress candidates.
3. Attention is drawn to Ramesh’s assertions amid the political dynamics in the region.

Guwahati, April 15: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has made bold claims regarding the political landscape in Northeastern states, alleging a significant undercurrent in favor of the Congress party across Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, and Tripura.

Amid ongoing campaign activities and purported obstacles faced by Congress candidates, especially in Assam, Ramesh’s comments have sparked attention.

Ramesh asserted that all the states in the North East exhibit a strong inclination towards the Congress party, with their candidates fiercely contesting the elections.

However, he also highlighted challenges, accusing certain state governments, particularly Assam, of obstructing their campaign efforts.

Specifically targeting Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his administration, Ramesh claimed they were actively working to impede Congress’s campaign.

Also Read: Assam’s largest family with 350 voters set to cast their votes

He alleged that some state governments, especially Assam, were deliberately creating hurdles, with the CM and seven ministers solely focusing on one seat.

Ramesh suggested that the Chief Minister’s presence in Jorhat stemmed from apprehensions regarding the potential victory of Congress candidate Gaurav Gogoi.

This statement adds to Ramesh’s earlier remarks about Sarma’s departure from the Congress party, where he labeled him as an opportunist.

Ramesh underscored the significant role the Congress had played in Sarma’s political career, emphasizing that the party had provided him with an identity and position.

He implied that without the support of Congress, Sarma would not have achieved the political standing he enjoys today.

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