Imphal: Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has raised serious concerns over illegal migration across the Indo-Myanmar border, asserting that the issue has been neglected for far too long.
Singh highlighted past incidents, including the detention of 28 Myanmar nationals found with fake Aadhaar cards, arguing that such cases are part of a deeper, ongoing crisis rather than isolated incidents.
Criticizing past governments for their failure to secure the border, Singh compared the Indo-Myanmar border situation with that of the Indo-Pakistan and Indo-Bangladesh borders. “Unlike these borders, the Indo-Myanmar border was never taken seriously by policymakers. Had there been stricter measures earlier, the demographic changes we see today and the resulting crisis could have been prevented,” he stated.
His remarks come amid rising concerns over border security, demographic shifts, and the socio-political implications of unchecked migration. Singh questioned the prolonged inaction, asking, “Why was this issue overlooked for decades? And who will take responsibility for the consequences India now faces?”
The former CM’s statement has reignited discussions on the need for stricter border controls, policy revisions, and increased vigilance along the Indo-Myanmar border. His comments are expected to add momentum to the ongoing national debate on border security and immigration policies in India.
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