Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Yumnam Khemchand Singh after he was sworn in as the 13th Chief Minister of Manipur, marking the end of months of President’s Rule in the northeastern state. The Prime Minister also extended his best wishes to Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikho on taking oath as Deputy Chief Ministers, and to Govindas Konthoujam and Kh Loken Singh on their induction as ministers.
In a post on X, PM Modi said he was confident that the new leadership would work diligently to advance development and prosperity for the people of Manipur.
The oath-taking ceremony was held at Raj Bhavan, where Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla administered the oath of office and secrecy to Khemchand Singh. A close associate of former Chief Minister N Biren Singh, the Singjamei MLA had earlier met the Governor to stake claim to form the government after being elected leader of the BJP legislative party.
After taking oath, SM Singh said, "Manipur will play an important role in the Viksit Bharat 2047... Manipur consists of 36 communities, and we hope to bring a peaceful atmosphere in the state."
The new government reflects Manipur’s diverse social fabric. Nemcha Kipgen of the BJP, who belongs to the Kuki community, took oath virtually from New Delhi, becoming the state’s first woman Deputy Chief Minister from the community. Losii Dikho of the Naga People’s Front, representing the Naga community, was sworn in as the other Deputy CM.
In addition, BJP leader Govindas Konthoujam and National People’s Party MLA Kh Loken Singh were sworn in as cabinet ministers. The formation of the NDA-led government is expected to focus on restoring stability, governance and development in Manipur after a prolonged period of central rule.
