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Manipur CM N. Biren Singh says local forces should resolve state issues, cites leadership's lack of vision
✍️ ThePrint
🗓 09 Oct 2026, 12:18 PM
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In an exclusive interview with ThePrint, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh argued that the state's challenges are best addressed by its own forces, while criticizing the state leadership for lacking vision.
Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh told ThePrint that the ongoing problems in the state are most effectively tackled by its own security and administrative forces. He emphasized that external interventions have limited impact and that a locally driven approach is essential for lasting peace.
The CM also expressed disappointment with the state government's strategic outlook, stating that a clear vision is missing at the leadership level. According to Singh, without a coherent plan, efforts to address unrest and development challenges will remain fragmented.
His remarks come amid continued concerns over law and order in Manipur, where periodic clashes and political tensions have drawn national attention. Singh urged stakeholders to focus on building local capacity and to adopt a forward‑looking strategy that aligns with the aspirations of the people.
The interview, published exclusively by ThePrint, highlights the chief minister's call for greater self‑reliance and a more visionary leadership to steer the state out of its current difficulties.
The CM also expressed disappointment with the state government's strategic outlook, stating that a clear vision is missing at the leadership level. According to Singh, without a coherent plan, efforts to address unrest and development challenges will remain fragmented.
His remarks come amid continued concerns over law and order in Manipur, where periodic clashes and political tensions have drawn national attention. Singh urged stakeholders to focus on building local capacity and to adopt a forward‑looking strategy that aligns with the aspirations of the people.
The interview, published exclusively by ThePrint, highlights the chief minister's call for greater self‑reliance and a more visionary leadership to steer the state out of its current difficulties.