IT News
Imphal, April 12:
Thanga Assembly Constituency MLA, Tongbram Robindro, has welcomed the Home Ministry’s initiative to bring Meitei and Kuki Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to the negotiation table, calling it a commendable move towards restoring peace and normalcy in the state. He made the statement while addressing the media at a function held yesterday at Langmeidong Mamang Leikai in Kakching district.
Robindro expressed hope that following the dialogue between the CSOs of both communities, the Central Government will soon facilitate talks between Meitei and Kuki MLAs as well. “In light of the unfortunate events between the two communities, I believe that a dialogue among the MLAs will significantly contribute to restoring peace in the region,” he said.
When asked whether he had claimed that former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh would return to the position, Robindro clarified that he had made no such statement. “The decision regarding the return of the Chief Minister is not mine to make. It appears the media misquoted me,” he said. He clarified that he had merely stated that the BJP’s state legislators would support whomever the party’s High Command chooses. In the BJP, the selection of the Chief Minister is not solely decided by the MLAs but also involves the Central High Command, in keeping with party tradition.
Responding to questions about internal differences within BJP MLAs, possibly leading to the delay in forming a new government, Robindro stated that individual MLAs may have personal opinions, however the party’s core ideology remains unified. “The selection of the next leader is entirely under the purview of the party’s Central High Command,” he said.
Robindro concluded by expressing confidence that the Central leadership will appoint a new leader after due deliberation, leading to the establishment of a popular and stable government in the state.
