Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh appealed for calm and cooperation, highlighting the adverse impact of strikes on daily wage earners and the public. He stressed the need for peace, unity, and collective responsibility in maintaining social harmony. Singh spoke at the unveiling of a memorial for those killed in the 1943 Japanese aerial bombing in Imphal East.
Singh addressed the recent bomb attack in Bishnupur district, expressing the government’s serious approach to the matter. He mentioned meetings with the Joint Action Committee to address concerns and demands, including supporting the affected family. The government also proposed offering state jobs to the deceased children’s parents.
Reflecting on the tragic WWII bombing that claimed many lives, Singh paid tribute to the innocent civilians who perished. He highlighted the historical significance of the Battle of Imphal, emphasizing the need to remember such tragic events in history. Singh also discussed plans to consider recognizing the bombing site as a heritage location and inaugurated a Women Market Shed construction project in Imphal.
