The Sangai Express Calls for Strengthening Cooperative Movement in Manipur

The Sangai Express, a daily newspaper based in Imphal, Manipur, published an editorial titled "Cooperative movement needed". The piece argues that reviving cooperative structures can play a vital role in enhancing economic self‑reliance and generating employment for local communities. It calls on state authorities, non‑governmental organisations and community leaders to promote cooperative models and to create an enabling policy environment. The editorial points out that cooperatives have historically contributed to rural development across India and could be pivotal for Manipur's future growth. It concludes by urging immediate and coordinated action to nurture the cooperative sector.