Yumnam Khemchand Singh: From Taekwondo Black Belt to Manipur CM

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News18•04-02-2026, 18:30
Yumnam Khemchand Singh: From Taekwondo Black Belt to Manipur CM
- •BJP leader Yumnam Khemchand Singh was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Manipur, ending nearly a year of President’s rule.
- •Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla administered the oath of office and secrecy at Lok Bhavan in Imphal.
- •President’s rule was imposed after N Biren Singh resigned due to criticisms over his government's handling of ethnic violence between Meiteis and Kukis.
- •Singh, a two-time MLA from Singjamei constituency and a Meitei, previously served as Speaker and held key ministerial portfolios.
- •He is also a martial arts enthusiast, holding a 5th Dan black belt in traditional Taekwondo, awarded in Seoul.
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