Former Chief Minister of Manipur N Biren Singh warmly welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the state on Saturday. Biren Singh expressed hope that the visit would lead to “peace and lasting progress.” In an X post, he said, “A heartfelt welcome to Manipur Adarniya Pradhan Mantri Narendra Modi Ji. The people of Manipur hold a sincere hope that this moment will lead us to peace and lasting progress. Together we look ahead with trust that tomorrow will be safer, stronger and more prosperous.”
PM Modi’s Development Commitment
Ahead of his visit, Prime Minister Modi reiterated the Central government’s commitment to furthering inclusive and all-round development of Manipur. On X, he shared:
“I will be attending programmes in Churachandpur and Imphal tomorrow, 13th September. We are fully committed to furthering inclusive and all-round development of Manipur.” He added, “The foundation stone for road projects, National Highway projects, women hostels and more would be laid. The projects being inaugurated include the Civil Secretariat at Mantripukhri, the IT SEZ Building and the New Police Headquarters at Mantripukhri, a unique all-women’s market in various districts.”
Sambit Patra tweeted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Manipur is a watershed moment for the state. He said that by laying the foundation and inaugurating projects worth over ₹8,500 crore, Modi is ensuring that modern infrastructure, technology, and women-led development reach every corner of the Northeast. He added that a new era of prosperity is beginning.
PM Shri @narendramodi Ji’s visit to Manipur is a watershed moment for the state.
By laying the foundation & inaugurating projects worth over ₹8,500 crore, Modi Ji is ensuring modern infrastructure, technology & women-led development reach every corner of the Northeast.
A new… pic.twitter.com/7Tnllpv5Mi
— Sambit Patra (@sambitswaraj) September 12, 2025
Major Development Projects Announced
According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over Rs 7,300 crore in Churachandpur. These include:
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Manipur Urban Roads, drainage and asset management improvement project worth over Rs 3,600 crore
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Five National Highway projects worth more than Rs 2,500 crore
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Manipur Infotech Development (MIND) project
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Working Women Hostels at 9 locations
Additionally, several projects worth over Rs 1,200 crore will be inaugurated in Imphal, including:
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Civil Secretariat at Mantripukhri
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IT SEZ Building and New Police Headquarters at Mantripukhri
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Manipur Bhawans in Delhi and Kolkata
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Ima Markets, a unique all-women’s market, across four districts
Background: Ethnic Conflict in Manipur
The ethnic conflict that erupted on May 3, 2023, between the Meitei and Kuki communities has severely affected Manipur. The violence started over the Meitei community’s demand for Scheduled Tribe status, opposed by the Kukis. This clash resulted in significant loss of life, displacement, and economic disruption. The persistent discord destabilized social cohesion and hindered political progress. Despite multiple peace initiatives, the region remains tense, with leaders and citizens calling for sustainable solutions to restore harmony and progress.
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