Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh appealed for communal harmony and vigilance against divisive elements in the state, which has been marred by ethnic violence. Since May 2023, clashes between the Meitei and Kuki communities have led to over 260 deaths and displaced thousands. Singh, who has been in office for just over two months, has actively engaged with community leaders and officials to foster stability. He assured the public that developmental work would continue across all regions, including remote areas. Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikhoon praised Singh's proactive approach, noting that citizens far from the capital, Imphal, have expressed confidence in the new leadership. He called on civil society organizations to help maintain peace, warning that division would hinder progress. The ongoing crisis follows a period of President’s Rule imposed after the resignation of former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, highlighting the need for unity and cooperation among the diverse communities in Manipur.