A legislator, who requested anonymity, said most of the signatories are from the BJP, National People’s Party (NPP), Naga People’s Front (NPF), and two are independent legislators. The Manipur Legislative Assembly, now under suspended animation, has a full strength of 60 and a tenure until 2027.
The MLAs’ letter stated that while the people initially welcomed President’s Rule with hope, no visible steps have been taken to restore peace. “There is a strong apprehension among the public that violence may return,” it read.
Civil society groups have begun mobilising public protests against the continuation of President’s Rule and are blaming the elected representatives for not forming a government. The MLAs warned that the absence of an elected administration is fuelling instability and public anger. The delay in government formation stems from the BJP’s inability to agree on a consensus candidate for CM.
