May 31, 2025: In a meeting convened yesterday, 23 BJP Legislators decided to work concertedly for restoring peace and normalcy in the state and for the formation of a popular government, putting aside all personal ambitions.
In a jointly signed statement issued post-meeting, it is stated, “We feel and share the enormous suffering endured by the people of Manipur over the past two years. As elected representatives, we are united in our firm belief that a long-term solution to the crisis is both possible and necessary. Such a solution must rest on the pillars of political will, inclusive dialogue, constitutional safeguards, and impartial enforcement of law and order.”
It is our collective conviction that this journey must be undertaken in close cooperation between the Centre, the State, civil society, and community leaders.
The meeting also stressed mechanisms for inclusive dialogue involving representatives of all communities in Manipur and supported the establishment of a neutral dialogue platform to facilitate constructive mediation between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities, aimed at building trust and consensus on critical issues.
In regard to the Gwaltabi incident on 20th May 2025, we urged the Government to have dialogue with media persons and CSOs to find an amicable and honourable understanding. In this endeavour, we extend our full cooperation.
The meeting also considered the feasibility of formally approaching the Governor and Central leadership to appoint a neutral Peace Envoy or a panel of eminent persons, comprising voices from both within and outside Manipur. Such a body, operating with the full support of the Union Government and State administration, would play a vital role in facilitating impartial mediation and bridging the trust deficit among communities.
The meeting also stressed the critical importance of inter-community, people-to-people dialogue at the grassroots level, involving local governance institutions, civil society groups, student bodies, and religious organizations. This will lay the foundation for healing, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence.
In regard to the prevailing law and order situation, the meeting also discussed the operational limitations of the current administrative set-up and underscored the need for central paramilitary forces and state forces to act with strictness. It also reiterated the urgency of a well-monitored effort to recover looted weapons and disarm, both in the hills and the valley.
Lastly, the focus is on forming a popular government, putting aside personal ambitions in the larger interest of the state, its people, and the vision of the BJP and its alliance partners in Manipur.
