In a sign of restoration of normalcy in the North-Eastern state of Manipur, on Tuesday (February 3, 2026), Yumnam Khemchand Singh, was elected as the Legislative Party Leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party, a move seen by many as the first move towards peace in the conflict-hit State, which has been under President’s rule for nearly a year.
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Mr. Singh is set to be the 13th Chief Minister of Manipur.
The Manipur BJP in a post on social media platform X said, “Heartiest congratulations to Hon’ble Shri @YKhemchandSingh on being elected as the BJP Legislature Party Leader of Manipur. On behalf of BJP Manipur Pradesh, we wish you great success. Your experience, dedication, and leadership will further strengthen the party and serve the aspirations of the people of Manipur.”
Mr. Singh thanked the leadership in a similar post shortly afterwards.
