February 19th 2025.
On Wednesday, CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh made a visit to Manipur and met with Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Raj Bhavan. During this meeting, Singh provided a detailed update on the deployment and operational activities of the para-military force in the region. As the former Director General of Assam Police, Singh also assured the Governor that the force is well-equipped and prepared to handle any situation that may arise. The discussion between the two leaders mainly focused on the CRPF's role in reinforcing security and their coordination with Manipur police to maintain lasting peace in the state.
Later in the day, the CRPF chief held a strategic review meeting with senior officers in Imphal West district. This meeting was aimed at assessing the ground situation and refining the force's approach towards maintaining peace in the region. "The discussions were productive and centered on finding effective solutions to ensure the safety and well-being of the people in Manipur," Singh stated.
Since the outbreak of ethnic violence in Manipur on May 3, 2023, thousands of Central Armed Police Force personnel, including CRPF, Army, Assam Rifles, and Border Security Force, have been deployed in the troubled state. In light of the current situation, a delegation from the National People's Party, led by Manipur state President Y. Joykumar Singh, also met with the Governor to discuss the ongoing situation in the state.
In addition, S. Radhakrishnan, Chief General Manager of State Bank of India's Guwahati Circle, along with other officials, also called on the Governor to brief him on the various initiatives undertaken by the bank to reach remote areas of the state. The Governor was impressed by the efforts of the bank to provide financial services to even the farthest corners of Manipur.
In other news, the High School Leaving Certificate Examination for the year 2025, conducted by the Board of Secondary Education Manipur, commenced on Wednesday. According to board officials, a total of 39,052 students, including 535 students who were affected by the ethnic violence, were appearing for the examination across 155 centers, with 62 in the hill districts and 93 in the valley districts. The students were from various types of schools, including government, private, and government-aided schools across the state. The exam is a crucial step for these students towards their future endeavors, and the board is ensuring a smooth and fair process for all.
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