
The taekwondo teacher tasked with healing India's troubled state
Opinion is divided on whether Manipur's new chief minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh can bring calm to the state.
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Notable Quotes
"It is difficult to say anything right now, and the next few weeks will be crucial in giving a clearer picture."
— Pradip Phanjoubam , Other
"Peace is not just the absence of violence. It requires trust, justice and political sincerity."
— Mang Khongsai , Activist
"Leadership that can bring peace must demonstrate moral clarity - by acknowledging where the state has failed, engaging all stakeholders equally and committing to a political solution rather than administrative management of a conflict."
— Glady Vaiphei Hunjan , Activist
Key People
Adviser to the Kuki-Zo Women's Forum in Delhi advocating for a political solution.
Kuki student leader expressing skepticism about Singh's ability to bring peace.
Analyst from the Imphal Review of Arts and Politics magazine.
New chief minister of Manipur with a background in taekwondo and political experience.
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Opinion is divided on whether Manipur's new chief minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh can bring calm to the state.
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