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Congress MP Alfred Kanngam Arthur Criticises Modi Government Over Manipur Situation in Lok Sabha
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 07:37 AM
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In a heated session of the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Alfred Kanngam Arthur accused the Modi administration of 'burning' Manipur, demanding accountability for the state's security and development challenges.
During a session of the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Alfred Kanngam Arthur raised concerns about the situation in Manipur, accusing the Modi administration of neglect. He said, 'You are burning my state Manipur…' referring to rising insurgency, security lapses and lack of development. The opposition highlighted that Manipur has faced repeated attacks and that central policies have not adequately addressed the state's needs. The remarks come amid growing scrutiny of the central government's handling of security and development in the northeastern states.