Unrest in Manipur Threatens North-Eastern Border; MP Slams Centre and PM Modi
The recent outbreak of violence in Manipur has heightened concerns about its potential impact on the northeastern border, prompting Janata Dal (United) MP Rajiv Ranjan to criticize the central government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Lalan Singh, popularly known as Rajiv Ranjan, expressed his apprehension that the unrest in Manipur could spread to neighbouring states like Nagaland and Mizoram, thereby affecting the entire northeastern border region. Speaking during the no-confidence motion against the government, Singh also took a dig at Home Minister Amit Shah, highlighting the failure of his astrological predictions regarding the recent electoral results of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Singh further accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of cheating the people by not fulfilling the promises made to them.
Singh’s concerns about the potential spillover of unrest were echoed by the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) MP PV Midhun Reddy. Although not an official ally of the government, YSRCP, led by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, decided to side with the government in the Lok Sabha, indicating their support for the governing alliance ahead of the upcoming assembly polls next year. Midhun Reddy dismissed the significance of the no-confidence motion raised by the INDIA bloc, asserting that the governing alliance held an absolute majority, rendering the motion devoid of substantial value. Instead, he chose to defend the government by declining to support the no-confidence motion.
This development highlights the diverse opinions and perspectives surrounding the unrest in Manipur and its potential ramifications on neighbouring territories. It also showcases the political dynamics between different parties, illustrating how an unofficial ally of the government is already aligning itself with the governing alliance before the upcoming elections.
In conclusion, concerns regarding the unrest in Manipur and its possible impact on the northeastern border have been raised by various political figures. While MP Rajiv Ranjan criticized the central government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, YSRCP MP PV Midhun Reddy chose to support the government in the Lok Sabha. The differing attitudes and perspectives of these politicians underscore the complex nature of the situation, requiring careful attention to maintain peace and stability in the region.
