Govt Resolute on Securing India-Myanmar Border in Manipur: CM Biren Singh
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Synopsis
On February 1, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh reaffirmed his government's commitment to secure the India-Myanmar border and curb immigration. The state aims to become drug-free and prevent ethnic conflicts, while also supporting displaced families through livelihood schemes.
Key Takeaways
- Commitment to fence India-Myanmar border
- Focus on becoming drug-free
- Support for displaced families through 'One Family One Livelihood'
- Community engagement through 'Go to Village' initiatives
- Importance of public cooperation for government goals
Imphal, Feb 1 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Manipur, N. Biren Singh, emphasized on Saturday that his administration, in collaboration with the Centre, is resolutely committed to erecting a fence along the India-Myanmar borders within the state. This initiative aims to curb the influx of immigrants from across the border while also identifying new migrants.
During a conversation with the community at Kumbi in Bishnupur district, the Chief Minister asserted that the state government is dedicated to transforming Manipur into a drug-free zone and fostering harmony to prevent ethnic conflicts in generations to come.
With a sprawling 398 km of internationally unfenced border with Myanmar, efforts for fencing have already commenced.
The Chief Minister reassured that the government stands firm in support of those displaced by violence and mentioned that 'Go to Village' initiatives will soon be organized to address their needs.
Concerning the provision of livelihood support for displaced families, he informed that a scheme titled 'One Family One Livelihood' offers loans up to Rs 10 lakh with a 30 percent grant.
Several ministers and MLAs participated in the interaction event.
While celebrating the Golden Jubilee of a local publication at the J.N. Manipur Dance Academy, the Chief Minister expressed a vision of creating a safe and dignified Manipur for both current and future generations.
He acknowledged the ongoing struggle towards achieving this vision.
Singh stated that while it is appropriate to criticize or oppose flawed goals, citizens should rally behind the government for the right initiatives.
“Challenges are inevitable during a struggle, but we must remain steadfast in our objectives,” he urged the public for their cooperation and support.
The Chief Minister also discussed various topics including the regulation of the Free Movement Regime along the India-Myanmar border, biometric tracking of immigrants, demographic shifts, and border fencing.
He elaborated on the detrimental effects of drug issues on society, recalling that he began his anti-drug campaigning before entering politics in 2002, while working as a journalist.
Singh expressed that as a journalist, he felt embarrassed by unfavorable media portrayals of drug issues affecting Manipur.
He also shared anecdotes from his journalism career and how the current All Manipur Working Journalists Union was established.
Biren Singh's journey began as a football player, eventually joining the Border Security Force (BSF) to play for its team in domestic competitions.
After resigning from the BSF, he ventured into journalism. Despite lacking formal training, he founded the vernacular daily 'Naharolgi Thoudang' in 1992, serving as editor until 2001.
