NEW DELHI: Bharatiya Janata Party’s Y Khemchand Singh was sworn in as the chief minister of Manipur on Wednesday. The NDA legislature party leader staked claim to form the government in the state earlier in the day. The ethnic violence-torn state was under President’s rule since February last year.Kuki BJP MLA Nemcha Kipgen and Naga People’s Front MLA L Dikho was sworn in as the deputy chief ministers.The ministry of home affairs announced the revocation of President’s rule in Manipur with immediate effect.”Pleased to stake claim to form the new government before the Hon’ble Governor, Shri Ajay Kumar Bhalla Ji, at Lok Bhavan today, following my arrival from New Delhi, in the august presence of BJP National General Secretary, Shri Tarun Chugh Ji, and BJP Northeast Coordinator, Shri Sambit Patra Ji,” Khemchand said in a post on X.The move followed the Manipur BJP legislature party’s decision to elect 62-year-old as its leader at a meeting held at the party’s headquarters in New Delhi. The meeting saw the participation of 35 out of the state’s 37 BJP MLAs and was attended by senior party leaders, including central observer Tarun Chugh, BJP’s northeast in-charge Sambit Patra and state president A Sharda Devi.Later, a separate meeting took place at the Manipur Bhavan in the national capital, bringing together MLAs of the NDA’s constituent parties in the state along with BJP legislators. Members from the National People’s Party, Naga People’s Front and Independents joined the discussions and unanimously backed Singh as the NDA legislature party leader, while Nemcha Kipgen of the Kuki community was endorsed as the deputy leader.N Biren Singh stepped down as Manipur chief minister in February 2025 following criticism over his government’s handling of the ethnic clashes between Meiteis and Kukis that erupted in May 2023, after which President’s Rule was imposed in the state.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRahul Gandhi Defends Naravane Memoir Quotes, Priyanka Questions Nishikant Dubey Quotes On Nehru’Justice Is Crying…’: Mamata Banerjee Takes EC Head On In Supreme Court Over SIR Row In Bengal‘Combatise Space Command…L1 Needs To Go.’: Expert Stresses Defence Reforms After Budget 2026India-US Trade Deal Vs India-EU FTA: Which Agreement Delivers Bigger Exports Jobs And GrowthKorean ‘Love Game’ Under Lens After Ghaziabad Sisters Suicide Raises Alarm On Digital AddictionPolitical Storm Erupts As Rahul Gandhi, Ravneet Bittu Clash, Cong Targets PM Modi On Epstein FilesPiyush Goyal Defends India-US Trade Deal in Lok Sabha, Says Farmers And Dairy Interests Fully Safe’Sorry Papa’: Suicide Note From Three Sisters In Ghaziabad Triggers Debate On Gaming AddictionMamata Banerjee Takes SIR Battle Against Election Commission To Supreme Court, Openly Challenges BJPChina Backs BRICS Presidency, Highlights Record Trade Growth With India Amid Diplomatic Reset123PhotostoriesNot just potato: 9 types of popular fillings that make samosa a true food lover’s delightGaming addiction, school dropout, isolation: Key details in Ghaziabad-Loni sisters’ death caseBengaluru plans 800-metre flyover to decongest Iblur Junction; ORR travel time to dropIs your rice real? Simple home checks for “plastic rice” and 5 recipes to tryBest-rated BTS tours: From ‘Love Yourself’ to ‘The Wings’ toursTop 5 real estate hotspots in Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) in 2026Why BMW cars are so expensive: The features that make them stand outWhat is the difference between a lease and a rent agreement7 parenting lessons from Violet BridgertonHow vintage furniture shapes modern comfort123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionRelationship consentIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingArtemi PanarinMLB Trade RumorsAyesha CurryKayla NicoleNHL Injury UpdatePuka NacuaRussell WilsonDenver Nuggets vs Detroit PistonsNikola JokicGold Riyadh Players Ranking
NEW DELHI: Bharatiya Janata Party’s Y Khemchand Singh was sworn in as the chief minister of Manipur on Wednesday. The NDA legislature party leader staked claim to form the government in the state earlier in the day. The ethnic violence-torn state was under President’s rule since February last year.Kuki BJP MLA Nemcha Kipgen and Naga People’s Front MLA L Dikho was sworn in as the deputy chief ministers.The ministry of home affairs announced the revocation of President’s rule in Manipur with immediate effect.“Pleased to stake claim to form the new government before the Hon’ble Governor, Shri Ajay Kumar Bhalla Ji, at Lok Bhavan today, following my arrival from New Delhi, in the august presence of BJP National General Secretary, Shri Tarun Chugh Ji, and BJP Northeast Coordinator, Shri Sambit Patra Ji,” Khemchand said in a post on X.The move followed the Manipur BJP legislature party’s decision to elect 62-year-old as its leader at a meeting held at the party’s headquarters in New Delhi. The meeting saw the participation of 35 out of the state’s 37 BJP MLAs and was attended by senior party leaders, including central observer Tarun Chugh, BJP’s northeast in-charge Sambit Patra and state president A Sharda Devi.Later, a separate meeting took place at the Manipur Bhavan in the national capital, bringing together MLAs of the NDA’s constituent parties in the state along with BJP legislators. Members from the National People’s Party, Naga People’s Front and Independents joined the discussions and unanimously backed Singh as the NDA legislature party leader, while Nemcha Kipgen of the Kuki community was endorsed as the deputy leader.N Biren Singh stepped down as Manipur chief minister in February 2025 following criticism over his government’s handling of the ethnic clashes between Meiteis and Kukis that erupted in May 2023, after which President’s Rule was imposed in the state.
