Yumnam Khemchand Singh Sworn In as Manipur CM, President's Rule Ends After Year

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News18•04-02-2026, 19:50
Yumnam Khemchand Singh Sworn In as Manipur CM, President's Rule Ends After Year
- •Yumnam Khemchand Singh took oath as the Chief Minister of Manipur, marking the end of nearly a year of President's Rule in the state.
- •Governor Ajay Bhalla administered the oath at Lok Bhavan in Imphal, with Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikho sworn in as Deputy Chief Ministers.
- •Khemchand, representing the Meitei community, emphasized bringing a peaceful atmosphere to Manipur, which consists of 36 communities.
- •Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the new Chief Minister and his team, expressing confidence in their efforts for Manipur's development.
- •The new government formation follows ethnic clashes between Meitei and Kuki groups, with Khemchand previously serving as Speaker and a cabinet minister.
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