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Amid swirling rumours of his resignation, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has categorically denied the claims, calling for responsible journalism.

 

Addressing the concerns, Singh pointed out the necessity of strong leadership during Manipur’s current challenges.

 

"In such a crucial time when Manipur is passing through a troubled time, we as leaders should not... We have full confidence and we have to guide the people on the right path. If we deviate from the path, who will lead them? Manipur will be in more chaos," Singh stated, appealing to the media to refrain from publishing unconfirmed reports.

 

Singh warned that rumours of his resignation could incite unnecessary public panic.

 

"When someone says that the CM is going to step down, people start panicking... So, I think we should not spread such misinformation," he added, urging media outlets to verify information before dissemination.

 

On a different note, Singh praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent reforms to India's criminal laws, marking the first major overhaul in 164 years.

 

He highlighted the new provisions aimed at curbing mob lynching, a significant issue in Manipur and other regions.

 

"There are some good points against mob lynching, which is very important. It is widely applicable in Manipur because such incidents are taking place in many parts of the country, including our own state," Singh remarked.