Senior Congress leaders, including party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, held a meeting with Manipur Congress leaders at 10, Rajaji Marg, New Delhi, at 11 am on Monday to discuss the prevailing situation in Manipur and preparations for the forthcoming Assembly elections.
The meeting was also attended by AICC General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal, AICC in-charge of Manipur Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka, Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president O. Ibobi Singh, CLP leader K. Meghachandra Singh and MPCC working presidents Victor Keishing and Manga Vaiphei.
According to a statement issued after the meeting, discussions focused on the prevailing law and order situation in Manipur, continuing violence and insecurity, and the challenges in restoring lasting peace and normalcy in the state.
The leaders also deliberated on the forthcoming 13th Manipur Legislative Assembly elections, particularly the Congress party’s organisational preparedness, electoral strategy and collective efforts ahead of the polls.
The meeting emphasised the need to prioritise peace, security, stability and accountable governance, stating that the concerns and aspirations of the people of Manipur should remain central to political efforts.
The restoration of lasting peace and the future of Manipur were identified as key priorities during the deliberation
