‘People rejected PM Modi's apathy': Congress discusses ways to alleviate ‘Manipur’s pain'

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, ex-party chief Rahul Gandhi, and general secretary KC Venugopal, were briefed by leaders of the party's Manipur unit.

Published on: Jun 25, 2024, 01:38:30 IST

By HT News Desk, New Delhi

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

The Congress on Monday held an intra-party meeting to discuss ways to ‘alleviate the pain of the people in the ethnic strife-torn Manipur’

People at a relief camp in Manipur’s Jiribam district on Saturday, June 22. (PTI)

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, ex-party chief Rahul Gandhi, and general secretary KC Venugopal, attended the meeting, in which they were briefed by members of the Manipur unit of the grand old party.

Also Read: ‘High level’ review on Manipur shows that New Delhi wants to take back control

Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Kharge wrote, “This time, Manipur voted for compassion, peace, and harmony. PM Modi's abject apathy towards the people was soundly rejected. The BJP state govt is complicit in failing to prevent the violence, even as tens of thousands of people still suffer the unending circle of turmoil.”

"Our party high command has shown its commitment and stand for the people of Manipur. The party has given time to both our MPs to speak in Lok Sabha for Manipur," Keishem Meghchandra, who heads the Congress' unit in Manipur, posted on X.

Also Read: Manipur student body imposes prohibition of trade with Kuki-Zo community

In the recently held Lok Sabha polls, the Congress won both parliamentary seats in the state: Inner Manipur (won by Angomcha Bimol Akoijam) and Outer Manipur (won by Alfred Kan-Ngam Arthur).

Since May last year, the state has been witnessing clashes between its Meitei and Kuki communities; the violence has claimed more than 200 lives, while thousands have been forced to flee their homes. The BJP governments at the Centre and state have come under criticism for failing to end the violence; Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been criticised for not visiting Manipur since the crisis began and for his ‘silence’ on the issue.

Also Read: Search for justice continues for thousands displaced in Manipur

In June 2023, Rahul Gandhi made a two-day visit to the state, during which he met members of both the communities. On January 14 this year, he kicked off his 66-day Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, the second edition of his Bharat Jodo Yatra, from the state's Thoubal district.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More

Get the latest India News, breaking headlines and real-time updates from across the country. Stay informed about politics, government policies, crime, weather and major national developments.