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Modi Govt’s Actions To Contain Manipur Unrest & Safeguard Innocent Lives Yield Positive Results

July 21, 2023
The Commune

Several netizens expressed their dissatisfaction with the central government’s communication regarding the measures taken to address the ongoing violence in Manipur since May 2023. Fake news and misinformation spread through various Twitter handles, leading people to criticize the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government for its failure to effectively communicate to the public. This lack of proper communication allowed rumors to circulate unchecked, causing frustration among the people.

So What Have The Modi Government & The Biren Singh Government In Manipur Done To Contain Manipur Unrest & Help The Innocents?

The government was aware of the potential unrest following a judicial order. On 3 May 2023, violence erupted, prompting the immediate deployment of 55 columns of the Indian Army. During that same night, the Army successfully rescued and evacuated approximately 9,000 individuals to ensure their safety. A continuous and unwavering effort was maintained to restore normalcy in the region.

There was a potential risk of food scarcity, which led the government to halt the auction of OMSS (Open Market Sale Scheme) to states, including Karnataka. Despite this, the government ensured that free food grains were supplied to the hill state. A consistent flow of stocks was maintained to prevent any shortage of food grains in the affected region.

To ensure the safety of farmers during the cropping season, the government deployed approximately 2000 security forces to protect them from individuals carrying illegal weapons. The government took strict measures to prevent militants from targeting those working in the fields, prioritizing the well-being of the farmers at all costs.

Under the leadership of Sri Amit Shah, the Home Ministry has overseen Assam Rifles’ efforts to evacuate almost 50,000 individuals to date. This paramilitary force has been instrumental in providing these people with safe passage, shelter, food, and medical assistance, ensuring their well-being and complete security throughout the evacuation process.

Assam Rifles played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of a convoy of civil trucks, which consisted of approximately 9,000 vehicles transporting essential supplies such as food, medicines, and oil to Imphal Valley via NH-37. The paramilitary force provided round-the-clock protection, ensuring the incident-free movement of the convoy. Throughout the operation, human values, compassion, and commitment were given the utmost priority.

The Modi Government has consistently prioritised healthcare. In response to the situation in Manipur, doctors from renowned medical institutions like AIIMS-Kalyani, AIIMS-Guwahati, and NEIGRIHMS-Shillong were promptly sent to provide medical assistance. The well-being of the injured and evacuated individuals was carefully looked after by specialized doctors in various fields, including surgery, psychiatry, obstetrics, and emergency care, ensuring comprehensive healthcare support for those affected.

The timely deployment of specialized doctors significantly bolstered the state’s health facilities. In a heartening incident, pregnant women who were rescued safely delivered their babies in an army camp. Both the Modi Government and the leadership of N Biren Singh employed a comprehensive “all of government” approach to ensure the safety and well-being of the people of Manipur. This approach aimed to safeguard the population and provide them with necessary support and assistance during challenging times.

Under the leadership of Chief Minister N Biren Singh, the government made sure that no individual was left behind. They took special care of 50 Manipur children who had been abandoned by their parents in camps, ensuring their safe transfer to shelters. The government handled the situation with sensitivity and made sure that these children were protected from falling into the hands of those involved in the civil war.

During this period, Home Minister Amit Shah was actively involved in planning, instructing, and coordinating with officials and community leaders. His efforts were crucial in the government’s initiatives to restore normalcy in the state. In addition, civil society groups provided robust support for these initiatives, aligning with the government’s actions to bring stability and peace to the region.

Amidst these developments, PM Modi was regularly briefed about the situation and remained constantly vigilant. The government left no room for compromise in ensuring the distribution of essential resources, including petrol and cooking gas, in Manipur. These measures were part of the government’s commitment to restoring normalcy in the region.

Following Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit to Manipur, an all-party meeting was convened to discuss the ongoing actions in the state. During the meeting, he provided a detailed briefing to parties, including Congress and others, about the measures taken, such as arrests and the number of FIRs filed. Despite the government’s efforts to address the situation, the opposition parties continued with their opportunistic and divisive politics.

In a strong response, a regional party in Manipur countered the scion of Vadra-Congress by attributing the Manipur issue to the Congress party. According to their letter, the root cause of the problem lies in the continuation of the British policy to contain Meiteis, which has contributed to the current situation.

PM Modi conducted meetings where he gave assurances of implementing a Suspension of Operations agreement with Kuki militant groups, aiming to bring about a ceasefire in the region. The primary objective now is to achieve peace at all costs.

Under the leadership of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, the government is devising a plan to establish pre-fabricated houses for the innocent victims affected by the unrest. Initially, they aim to build 3,000-4,000 such houses as a starting point. Considering that many homes were destroyed during the violence, the government is committed to providing shelter to the affected individuals until new permanent homes are constructed for them.

With the assistance of the Government of India, the Manipur government is making every effort to protect innocent lives and ensure their safety and well-being.

The collective efforts of the BJP Government, both at the central and state levels, are yielding positive results as normalcy returns to Manipur. Schools have reopened as of 5 July 2023, and although the student turnout is relatively low, many have returned to their classes. Among the 4,617 schools in the region, only 96 are yet to resume, indicating a significant improvement in the situation.

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