Manipur Governor Orders Upcoming Assembly Session Null & Void
In a sudden turn of events, the seventh session of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly, which was scheduled to begin on February 10, has been declared “null and void” by Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla. This decision comes after Chief Minister N Biren Singh tendered his resignation to the Governor on Sunday.
The news has sent shockwaves throughout the state, with many wondering what led to this unexpected development. The Manipur Legislative Assembly was set to convene on February 10, with a no-confidence motion against the state government pending. However, with the Governor’s declaration, the session has been effectively cancelled, and the no-confidence motion has been shelved.
According to sources, Chief Minister N Biren Singh had been under intense pressure to resign, with several MLAs from his own party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), reportedly demanding his ouster. The no-confidence motion was seen as a means to bring down the government, and the BJP’s own allies were said to be considering supporting the motion.
The Governor’s decision to cancel the Assembly session has been seen as a major blow to the BJP’s attempts to salvage its government in the state. The party had been facing increasing unrest within its ranks, with many MLAs and leaders openly criticising the Chief Minister’s leadership.
The resignation of Chief Minister N Biren Singh has been attributed to a combination of factors, including the BJP’s poor performance in the recent panchayat elections and the party’s internal power struggle. The BJP had won only 13 out of 60 seats in the panchayat elections, a significant decline from its previous performance.
The party’s internal power struggle had been ongoing for some time, with several MLAs and leaders vying for power and influence within the party. The Chief Minister’s position had become increasingly precarious, and his resignation was seen as a means to avoid a messy and potentially damaging showdown with his own party colleagues.
The Governor’s decision to cancel the Assembly session has also raised questions about the future of the state government. With the Chief Minister gone, it is unclear who will take over as the new head of the government. The Governor may be forced to appoint an interim Chief Minister, or the BJP may choose to name a new Chief Minister from among its ranks.
The cancellation of the Assembly session has also raised concerns about the state’s political stability. The Manipur Legislative Assembly has been plagued by adjournments and disruptions in recent months, and the cancellation of the session has added to the uncertainty and instability.
In a statement, the Manipur Governor’s office said that the decision to cancel the Assembly session was taken in the interest of maintaining peace and stability in the state. The office also stated that the Governor would take all necessary steps to ensure the smooth functioning of the government in the state.
The news has been met with mixed reactions from political leaders and the public. While some have hailed the Governor’s decision as a necessary step to bring stability to the state, others have criticized the move as an attempt to undermine democracy and the rule of law.
As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the political landscape of Manipur has been thrown into chaos, and the future of the state government hangs in the balance. The cancellation of the Assembly session is a stark reminder of the fragility of democracy and the importance of strong and stable governance.
