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.
Govt knew it coming after the judicial order
Violence erupted on May 3rd & the same day 55 columns of Army were deployed.
Indian Army rescued & evacuated nearly 9,000 people to safety the very night.
A relentless effort was being made throughout to bring normalcy.
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
#WATCH | Indian Army & Assam Rifles undertook major rescue operations to evacuate more than 7,500 civilians of all communities relentlessly throughout the night to restore law & order in Manipur.
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— ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2023
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.
Centre assures Manipur government of complete support in ensuring sufficient stock of foodgrains in the state
Sanjeev Chopra, Secretary DFPD visits Imphal; meets with L. Susindro Meitei, Minister CAFPD and Chief Secretary, Vineet Joshi and senior officials
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— PIB India (@PIB_India) June 14, 2023
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.
For farmers safety, nearly 2000 forces were deployed to protect them against people roaming around with illegal weapons.
Its season of cropping, the govt ensured those out in the fields were not targeted at any cost by militants.
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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, under the Home Ministery run by Sri Amit Shah Ji has evacuated nearly 50,000 people till date.
This paramilitary force has provided them safe passage, shelter, food and medicines & ensured complete security
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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.
Assam Rifles also took the lead in providing round-the-clock protection to the convoy of civil trucks.
9000 trucks carrying essentials like supplies, medicines, oil to Imphal Valley via NH-37 moved incident-free
Human values, compassion and commitment was prioritized
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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.
Healthcare has always been a priority for Modi Govt.
Doctors from AIIMS-Kalyani, AIIMS-Guwahati & NEIGRIHMS-Shillong were rushed to Manipur
Well-being of those injured & evacuated were taken care by Dr's specilised in surgery, psychiatry, obstetrics, emergency care etc
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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.
Manipur | Esther Hontah, a 38-year-old woman delivered a healthy baby at the Mantripukhri camp, Imphal by Assam Rifles doctors. Early the lady was evacuated by Assam Rifles in Manipur during the ongoing violence: PRO, Kohima & Imphal, Ministry of Defence (07.05) pic.twitter.com/awGH06ss7v
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2023
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.
CM @NBirenSingh Govt ensured no body was left behind.
50 Manipur children who were left behind by parents in camps were carefully shifted to shelters.
The govt of the day behaved sensitively & protected its children from falling into the hands of perpetrators of civil war
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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.
While all this was happening, PM Modi was briefed & he constantly took stock of the situation all through.
The govt made no compromise in ensuring distribution of essential resources including petrol and cooking gas in Manipur as part of measures to return normalcy.
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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.
In a befitting reply, a regional party in Manipur did hit back at the scion of Vadra-Congress on how the Manipur issue was making of the Congress.
Root cause, the letter said, was due to continuation of British policy to contain Meiteis.
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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.
However, lets not divert into politicking but look at what more is being done.
PM Modi held meetings & assured to implement Suspension of Operations agreement with Kuki militant groups which would bring ceasefire in the region.
Peace at any cost is the goal now.
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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.
Sri @NBirenSingh Govt is planning to set up pre-fabricated houses to the innocent victims.
3,000-4,000 will be built for a start.
Many homes were destroyed during the violence, govt is ensuring they stay here until new homes are constructed.
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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.
Govt of Manipur is not being run by incompetent fresher in politics.
A seasoned leader & administrator is taking stock of the situation on table inside the office & on ground.
Govt of Manipur with help of Govt of India is doing every bit to safeguard innocent lives.
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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.
Efforts are being paid off!
Collaborative efforts of BJP Govt, both at the centre & state have brought back normalcy.
Schools have reopened & students, though in low numbers have returned to classes.
Out of 4,617 schools, except 96, all have rung the morning bell.
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— Karthik Reddy (@bykarthikreddy) July 20, 2023
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