Peace, normalcy can be restored in Manipur only if assembly is dissolved: Congress

Key Points

1. Manipur Congress president Keisham Meghachandra calls for the dissolution of the Assembly and fresh elections to restore peace in 2026.
2. Ethnic violence in Manipur has claimed over 260 lives since May 2023.
3. Manipur has been under President's rule since February 13, 2025.
4. Then Chief Minister N. Biren Singh resigned on February 9, 2025, following the ethnic violence.
5. BJP MLA Tongbram Robindro appeals for forgiveness and reconciliation among communities.
6. The 60-member State Assembly's tenure extends until 2027 but is currently under suspended animation.
7. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla has taken steps to restore peace, including asking for the surrender of looted arms.
8. Violence erupted between Meitei and Kuki communities after a 'Tribal Solidarity March'.