The Indian federal government took over direct control of the restive northeastern state of Manipur on Thursday after the region's chief minister resigned amid ethnic violence that has killed at least 250 people over two years and displaced thousands.

The solution to Manipur's problems lies in the government giving concessions to Meitis in jobs and education and to accept autonomy for the tribal dominated areas inhibited by the Kukis, suggests Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

In a quick turn of events in strife torn Manipur, President’s rule was imposed in the State on Thursday and the State Assembly put under suspended animation. This comes days after Chief Minister N Bir

President's Rule imposed in Manipur days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh's resignation amid ethnic violence containing since May 2023. This marks the 11th instance of President's Rule in the state.

The Congress has long demanded the imposition of President's rule in Manipur, claiming the BJP's failure to govern has led to social and political chaos. The rule was instated after the resignation of Chief Minister N Biren Singh,

Announcing the President rule, Ministry of Home Affairs said President Droupadi Murmu is of the opinion that "a situation has arisen in which the government of that state cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution".

Imphal: President’s Rule was imposed in Manipur late on Thursday under Article 356 of the Constitution five days after the state Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned from the post following the directions from the central BJP leaders.

President's rule was imposed in Manipur on Thursday days after chief minister N Biren Singh resigned from his position. A notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs said President Droupadi Murmu is of the opinion that "a situation has arisen in which the government of that state cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution".