During a press conference held in Imphal, Singh, who has faced criticism from the opposition regarding his management of the turmoil, highlighted the ongoing efforts to restore peace in Manipur.

CM Singh on Tuesday expressed “sorry and regret” for the unfortunate developments in the State due to the ethnic violence that started in May last year. Addressing the media, the Chief Minister, however, said the year ends on an optimistic note and he hoped that peace and normalcy would return to the State in the New Year 2025.

Says only way forward is with dialogue, urges all communities to forgive and forget; Congress asks why PM is still silent.

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday apologised for the ethnic conflict in the state which claimed over 250 lives and rendered thousands homeless, and appealed to all communities to forget and forgive past mistakes and live together in a peaceful and prosperous state.

Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh on Tuesday apologised for the ongoing violence in the state, promising that normalcy will be restored in 2025.