Manipur violence: Other NE states pledge support to Manipur govt and its people

The other Northeastern states have issued helpline numbers for its people pledged their full support to the Manipur Government and the people of Manipur during this hour of crisis

Amid simmering tension in Manipur, other Northeastern states – Nagaland, Meghalaya, Assam, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim have pledged their full support to the Manipur government and have extended their support to the people of Manipur in this hour of crisis.

The states have also issued helpline numbers for the people from each of the respective states residing in Manipur.

Here are the helpline numbers issued by the NE states:

Arunachal Pradesh: “Govt of Arunachal Pradesh is in touch with Govt of Manipur and our students to ensure their well being. A coordination committee under the supervision of Commissioner CMO is also constituted for safe evacuation of our students from Manipur. For further details please contact:- Dr Dilip, DRC 70860 26788 Thutan Jamba, ASP 7630 090058,” Tweeted CM Pema Khandu.

Govt of Arunachal Pradesh is in touch with Govt of Manipur and our students to ensure their well being.

A coordination committee under the supervision of Commissioner CMO is also constituted for safe evacuation of our students from Manipur.

For further details please…

— Pema Khandu པདྨ་མཁའ་འགྲོ་། (@PemaKhanduBJP) May 5, 2023

CM khandu also said that he is deeply pained over the violence in Manipur, which has displaced several families. He said that dialogue is the best way to resolve all differences and grievances in a democratic set up. CM khandu further thanked Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for his kind interventions in ensuring the affected families are taken care of if they take shelter in the Assam.

Nagaland: The Government of Nagaland also activated helpline numbers for the people from Nagaland presently in Manipur and Imphal.

Anyone requiring help may contact State Police Control Room: 0370 2242511, Fax: 0370 2242512, Whatsapp: 08794833041, Email: spcrkohima@gmail.com, NSDMA: 0370 2381122/ 2291123, said CM Neiphiu Rio in a tweet.

“I am deeply disturbed about the unrest in Manipur. I appeal to the people of Manipur for peace and harmony,” CM rio added.

The State Govt has activated helpline nos. for the people from Nagaland presently in Manipur & Imphal City. Anyone requiring asst. may contact State Police Control Room: 0370 2242511 Fax: 0370 2242512. Whatsapp: 08794833041
Email: spcrkohima@gmail.com
NSDMA: 0370 2381122/ 2291123

— Neiphiu Rio (@Neiphiu_Rio) May 4, 2023

Meghalaya: Students from Meghalaya staying in #Manipur and their parents can contact–1800-345-3644 for help in case of emergencies, Said CM Conrad Sangma.

“We are working to evacuate our students studying in Manipur .. appeal to all the maintain peace and be calm .. we are working yo ensure safety of our people,” CM Sangma tweeted.

We have activated the HELPLINE 1800-345-3644 for students staying in #Manipur and for parents in case of emergencies.

We are closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of our students studying in the state.@AmitShah @NBirenSingh pic.twitter.com/RMw2NpUF8W

— Conrad K Sangma (@SangmaConrad) May 4, 2023

Assam: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has directed the District Administration of Cachar to care for the families from Manipur who have sought refuge in Assam after being affected by the recent violence in the state.

Several families affected by the recent incidents in Manipur have sought refuge in Assam. I have requested the District Administration of #Cachar to take care of these families.I am also in constant communication with the HCM @NBirenSingh and have pledged the full support of the…

— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) May 5, 2023

Tripura: Tripura Government has also opened helpline numbers for providing support on 24×7 basis to the residents of Tripura residing in Manipur following the disturbance in Manipur.

People requiring help may contact ERSS: 112 State Emergency Operation Centre : 1070/ 0381-2416045/ 2416241, Whatsapp number: 8787676210.

“The Govt of Tripura is in constant touch with the Govt of Manipur to ensure the well being of all the students belonging to Tripura,” tweeted CM Dr. Manik Saha.

Government of Tripura has opened the following helpline numbers for providing support on 24×7 basis to the residents of Tripura with respect to disturbance in Manipur:

ERSS: 112
State Emergency Operation Centre : 1070/ 0381-2416045/ 2416241
Whatsapp number: 8787676210

— Prof.(Dr.) Manik Saha (@DrManikSaha2) May 4, 2023

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang spoke to Manipur CM. In a Facebook post, the Sikkim Chief Minister wrote, “In view of the current situation in Manipur, I personally spoke with the Hon’ble CM Shri N Biren Singh Ji. Though the situation is normal, he has kindly assured us to provide every possible assistance to the Sikkimese students and citizens.
I encourage all the Sikkimese citizens in Manipur to remain calm and carry an identification card with them at all times. I urge them to prioritise their safety & well-being and remain indoors or in a safe location. I am constantly monitoring the situation and will do everything possible to ensure their safety and request the parents, guardians and relatives to not panic.

The Hon’ble MLA, Manipur, Shri Rameshwar Singh (Ex-Student, TNA) and PRO, Chief Minister’s Office, Shri RM Pradhan are coordinating and monitoring the situation and can be contacted in the following number:-
Hon’ble MLA Shri Rameshwar Singh: 7085436983/ 8730965059
PRO, Government of Sikkim, Shri RM Pradhan: 97351 23333

Meanwhile, the Indian Army has informed that the situation in Manipur has been brought under control through coordinated efforts.

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