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Manipur CM Biren Singh condemns Makui killings as barbaric, calls for community dialogue
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 13 Oct 2026, 06:37 AM
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Chief Minister N. Biren Singh described the recent killings in Makui as barbaric and appealed for dialogue among Manipur’s communities to restore peace.
Chief Minister N. Biren Singh publicly denounced the recent killings in the village of Makui, Manipur, labeling the act as "barbaric". He said the incident underscores the urgent need for calm and mutual respect among the state’s diverse communities.
In his statement, Singh urged all community leaders and residents to engage in constructive dialogue, emphasizing that only through communication can the cycle of violence be broken. He called on civil society groups, religious bodies and local authorities to facilitate discussions aimed at restoring harmony.
The chief minister’s remarks come amid heightened tensions following the Makui incident, which has drawn concern from both state officials and the public. Singh reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring security and fostering an environment where grievances are addressed through peaceful means.
In his statement, Singh urged all community leaders and residents to engage in constructive dialogue, emphasizing that only through communication can the cycle of violence be broken. He called on civil society groups, religious bodies and local authorities to facilitate discussions aimed at restoring harmony.
The chief minister’s remarks come amid heightened tensions following the Makui incident, which has drawn concern from both state officials and the public. Singh reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring security and fostering an environment where grievances are addressed through peaceful means.