Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, highlighting a decrease in violence in Manipur and the reopening of schools across most parts of the state.
He cited ongoing efforts to restore complete peace in the region.
During his speech, PM Modi acknowledged the collaborative efforts between the Centre and the Manipur government aimed at stabilising the situation.
"Today, schools, colleges, offices, and other institutions are functioning normally in Manipur," Modi stated, highlighting the efforts of both central and state authorities in facilitating dialogue with all stakeholders to promote peace.
He noted significant law enforcement actions, including the arrest of over 500 individuals and the registration of more than 11,000 FIRs.
The Prime Minister also touched upon the flood situation in Manipur, revealing that two teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed to assist the state.
He assured comprehensive support from the central government to manage the ongoing challenges.
PM Modi said that Congress needs to 'stop politicising' the violence taking place in Manipur.
"Stop politicising Manipur issue, one day Manipur will reject you," he said, adding that they were trying their best to bring peace in Manipur and asked everyone to cooperate.
He expressed confidence that the people of Manipur would reject such divisive tactics and reiterated the government's commitment to restoring peace and stability.
"The Union home minister stayed there for many weeks. Central govt is extending all cooperation to Manipur to tackle the ongoing flood situation in the state. Today, two teams of NDRF have reached Manipur. I warn those who are trying to add the fuel to fire will be rejected by Manipur. Congress had imposed President's rule in Manipur 10 times," he said.
Reflecting on past administrations, Modi censured the Congress for frequently imposing President's rule in Manipur and pointed out his government's efforts to bring sustained development to the Northeast over the last five years.
Meanwhile, the Congress party slammed Modi for not visiting flood-affected Assam, contrasting it with previous visits by former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh during his tenure.
Jitendra Singh, the All India Congress Committee general secretary, accused the BJP-led government in Assam of failing to fulfill promises regarding flood control measures.
Singh condemned Modi for campaigning in Assam but not visiting during the current crisis.
"Prime Minister Narendra Modi's absence during this devastating flood in Assam is highly regrettable," Singh remarked, highlighting the disparity between campaign visits and humanitarian responses.
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