Northeast Desk, 25th July: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh is expected to travel to New Delhi on July 25 to participate in a high-level meeting of chief ministers and NITI Aayog, scheduled to begin on July 26. The meeting aims to address pressing issues faced by various states and discuss collaborative development strategies.
Sources indicate that Singh is keen to secure a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit, although formal arrangements have yet to be confirmed. This potential meeting is significant, as it would be the first time Singh has met with the Prime Minister since violence erupted in Manipur on May 3, 2023. In the interim, Singh has held multiple discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and other central government officials.
Accompanied by relevant state officials, Singh will attend the NITI Aayog meeting to address critical issues and explore development initiatives. The Chief Minister’s visit to Delhi comes at a pivotal moment for Manipur, which continues to face ongoing tensions.
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