Manipur's New Government: A Chance for Peace Amidst Ethnic Divide

• Manipur gets new government with Yumnam Khemchand as CM after a year of President's rule, aiming to bridge ethnic divides.
• Khemchand, known for good inter-community relations, is the first BJP Meitei legislator to visit Kuki villages and relief camps.
• Two Deputy CMs appointed: Nemcha Kipgen (Kuki-Zo) and Losii Dikho (Naga), reflecting diverse ethnic representation.
• Key challenges include bridging the Meitei-Kuki-Zo divide, reining in extremist elements, and rehabilitating over 60,000 displaced persons.
• The new government faces internal challenges from within the state BJP with multiple CM aspirants and seven cabinet vacancies.