Manipur Governor Orders Upcoming Assembly Session Null & Void
The political scenario in Manipur has taken a dramatic turn after Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla declared the seventh session of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly, which was scheduled to begin on February 10, “null and void” with immediate effect. This sudden development comes on the heels of Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s resignation, which he tendered to the Governor at the Raj Bhavan in Imphal on Sunday.
The Governor’s decision to cancel the Assembly session has left many wondering about the future of the state’s politics. The seventh session was expected to be a crucial one, with a no-confidence motion already tabled against the Biren Singh-led government. However, with the Governor’s order, the motion has been effectively shelved, and the Assembly will not convene as planned.
According to sources, the Governor’s decision was taken after receiving Chief Minister Biren Singh’s resignation letter. The Chief Minister, who has been facing opposition from within his own party, had reportedly submitted his resignation to the Governor, citing personal reasons. The Governor, in turn, has accepted the resignation and has now cancelled the Assembly session.
The sudden turn of events has sent shockwaves through the political circles in Manipur. Many are speculating about the reasons behind the Chief Minister’s resignation and the Governor’s decision to cancel the Assembly session. Some are of the view that the Governor may have taken this step to prevent a possible floor test, which could have led to the collapse of the government.
Others are suggesting that the Governor’s move may be a ploy to buy time for the government to regroup and come up with a new strategy. The BJP-led government in Manipur has been facing opposition from various quarters, including the Congress and the NPP, over issues such as corruption and governance.
The cancellation of the Assembly session has also raised questions about the future of the state’s politics. With the government in a state of crisis, many are wondering what the implications will be for the state’s people. The Assembly session was expected to address various issues, including the state’s economy, education, and healthcare.
In a statement, the Chief Minister’s office said that the resignation was accepted by the Governor, and the government would continue to function as usual. However, the Governor’s decision to cancel the Assembly session has put the government’s future in limbo.
The decision has also sparked concerns about the democratic process in the state. The opposition parties have been demanding a floor test to prove the government’s majority, and the cancellation of the Assembly session has raised questions about the Governor’s role in this regard.
The situation in Manipur is likely to remain uncertain for the time being, as the government and the opposition parties try to navigate the crisis. The Governor’s decision to cancel the Assembly session has added a new layer of complexity to the situation, and it remains to be seen how things will unfold in the coming days.
As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear â the people of Manipur are the ones who will ultimately suffer as a result of this political crisis. The state needs a stable government that can address its pressing issues and provide for the well-being of its citizens. It is hoped that the Governor and the government will take steps to resolve the crisis and ensure that the democratic process is upheld in the state.
