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Politics
Manipur Government Says It Will Prioritise NRC Ahead of Census
✍️ Pioneer Daily
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 03:47 AM
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The Manipur state administration announced that it is taking the demand for a National Register of Citizens seriously and plans to pursue it before the next census.
Manipur's chief ministerial office issued a statement indicating that the state government is treating the call for a National Register of Citizens (NRC) with utmost seriousness. The administration said it intends to explore the feasibility of conducting an NRC exercise before the nationwide census scheduled for the coming years.
Officials highlighted that the move aims to address long‑standing concerns about citizenship verification in the state, especially in areas with complex demographic histories. While no specific timeline was provided, the government signalled that it would coordinate with the central authorities to align the NRC process with census operations.
The announcement comes amid broader national debates on the NRC and its implications for electoral rolls and public services. Manipur's stance underscores the state's willingness to act on local demands while awaiting further guidance from the Union government.
Officials highlighted that the move aims to address long‑standing concerns about citizenship verification in the state, especially in areas with complex demographic histories. While no specific timeline was provided, the government signalled that it would coordinate with the central authorities to align the NRC process with census operations.
The announcement comes amid broader national debates on the NRC and its implications for electoral rolls and public services. Manipur's stance underscores the state's willingness to act on local demands while awaiting further guidance from the Union government.