IMPHAL: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand said he “looks forward to rebuilding the Manipur that existed before May 3, 2023”.
The violence that broke out on May 3, 2023, and the follow up situation persists till date.
Yumnam Khemchand Singh was speaking during the inauguration of the newly constructed Ima Market at Andro, along with two bridges over the Thoubal River at 1.10 km Khungdongbam Mapa (MN04115) and 1.80 km Wangkhem Siphai Leikai (MN04116).
Referring to the conflict that has continued for more than three years in Manipur, the chief minister stressed that peace is the foundation of development. He said the prolonged unrest has adversely affected inter-community relations, the education of the younger generation and the state’s economy. Appealing to all communities in both the hills and the valley to extend their cooperation in restoring peace, he said he looks forward to rebuilding the Manipur that existed before May 3, 2023, when all 36 communities lived together in harmony. He urged the people to collectively work towards bringing back that era of peace, unity and shared progress.
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Meanwhile, describing Andro as the pride of Manipur, the chief minister said that the area is renowned for its natural fire, attracting researchers and visitors from different parts of the country and abroad. He further remarked that Andro is one of the oldest settlements in Asia with immense historical and cultural significance, and therefore deserves focused attention for its preservation and development.
Announcing a major development initiative, Yumnam Khemchand said that the government would sanction Rs 10 crore for the construction and improvement of small inter-village roads in the constituency. He also acknowledged the absence of an office for the Municipal Council in Andro and assured that the government would take necessary steps for the construction of a dedicated municipal office.
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