Manipur, under President’s Rule since February 13, 2025, due to violence and political instability, may soon form an elected government. Reliable sources indicate that this could happen before the Budget session beginning January 28, 2026, pending Prime Minister approval. The Union Home Ministry has engaged with stakeholders, including Meitei, Naga, and Kuki leaders, assessing the situation for government formation. Their assessment suggests favorable conditions for establishing a state government. Kuki leaders are demanding specific ministerial posts, including Deputy Chief Minister, while Kuki groups that initially opposed government formation have ceased their opposition. Naga stakeholders have not raised objections, but the Centre remains cautious about the Meitei community’s response to a new government.
Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Conrad K Sangma, has requested the union home minister to include two National People’s Party (NPP) MLAs in the new Cabinet. A strong sentiment among MLAs across parties suggests a revival of the state government is imminent as President’s Rule will expire on February 12. Some BJP legislators speculate that a government could be in place before January 26, as invitations for Republic Day celebrations have yet to be dispatched. Thongju MLA Th Biswajit has recently met with senior RSS leaders, indicating ongoing political maneuvering. The background of President’s Rule stemmed from the resignation of former Chief Minister N Biren Singh on February 9, 2025.
