NEW DELHI, Feb 4 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his congratulations to Yumnam Khemchand Singh on taking oath as the Chief Minister of Manipur, expressing confidence that the new leadership will work towards the development and prosperity of the state. ?
In a message posted on X, the Prime Minister also congratulated Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikho on being sworn in as the Deputy Chief Ministers of Manipur, and Konthoujam Govindas Singh and Khuraijam Loken Singh on assuming office as Ministers in the new state government. ?
“Congratulations to Shri Yumnam Khemchand Singh Ji on taking oath as the Chief Minister of Manipur,” the Prime Minister said.
“I would like to congratulate Smt. Nemcha Kipgen Ji and Shri Losii Dikho Ji on taking oath as the Deputy Chief Ministers of the state and Shri Konthoujam Govindas Singh Ji as well as Shri Khuraijam Loken Singh Ji on being sworn in as Ministers in the Manipur Government.” ?
Expressing optimism about the new team, Prime Minister Modi added, “I’m confident they will work diligently towards furthering development and prosperity for my sisters and brothers of Manipur.” ?
The oath-taking ceremony marks the formation of a new government in Manipur at a time when the state is focused on restoring normalcy, strengthening governance, and accelerating development initiatives.
The appointment of two Deputy Chief Ministers is seen as an effort to ensure inclusive leadership and balanced administration. ?
Manipur, a strategically important northeastern state, has a unique socio-cultural fabric and plays a key role in India’s Act East Policy. The new government is expected to prioritize peace, economic growth, infrastructure development, and welfare measures, while addressing the aspirations of people across regions and communities. ?
Political observers note that the Prime Minister’s message underscores the Centre’s emphasis on cooperative federalism and its commitment to supporting Manipur’s development journey under the new leadership.
(UNI)
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