Parliament on Tuesday extended President's Rule in Manipur for an additional six months beyond August 13, as tensions in the state persist. The statutory resolution, previously passed by the Lok Sabha, was approved by the Rajya Sabha despite disruptions from Opposition MPs protesting issues related to electoral roll revisions in Bihar. Rajya Sabha Chair Harivansh emphasized the resolution’s passage as a “constitutional obligation” to maintain governance in the troubled state.

Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai, moving the resolution, attributed the ongoing unrest in Manipur to a rift between two communities sparked by a court order. He refuted claims of communal violence, asserting, “Those calling it communal violence are wrong.” Rai noted that since President’s Rule was imposed eight months ago, only one incident of violence has been reported, suggesting a relative stabilization. However, the Opposition’s uproar during the session highlighted deep political divides over the handling of Manipur’s crisis.

The resolution was passed via a voice vote, ensuring continued central governance in Manipur, where ethnic tensions and sporadic violence have disrupted normalcy. The extension reflects the government’s cautious approach to restoring stability, with ongoing efforts to address underlying issues and prevent further escalation in the region.

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