Manipur Political Shift: 44 MLAs Ready to Form New Government After Meeting Governor
In a major political development, 44 MLAs in Manipur have expressed their readiness to form a new government, according to BJP legislator Thokchom Radheshyam Singh. The announcement came after a crucial meeting with Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at the Raj Bhavan in Imphal.
Manipur has been under President’s Rule since February 2025, following the resignation of former Chief Minister N Biren Singh amid criticism over his handling of ethnic clashes between Meiteis and Kuki-Zos that erupted in May 2023. The state’s 60-member assembly currently has 59 MLAs, with one seat vacant due to the death of a legislator.
On May 28, 2025, Thokchom Radheshyam Singh, along with nine other MLAs, met Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to discuss the formation of a new government. Singh stated that the 44 MLAs are united in their decision and have conveyed their readiness to the Governor.
“We have informed the Governor that we are prepared to form a government as per the wishes of the people,” Singh said. “The Governor acknowledged our concerns and assured us that necessary actions will be taken in the best interests of the state”.
