President's Rule revoked in Manipur nearly a year after it was imposed

The central government has officially ended President's Rule in Manipur. This decision was announced by President Droupadi Murmu in a formal notification. The move was made effective from February 4, 2026. The revocation of President's Rule means that the state government can now function normally again, restoring its democratic processes. Earlier, President's Rule was imposed in Manipur on February 13, 2025. This happened after the resignation of the state's Chief Minister N. Biren Singh. The resignation was linked to ongoing ethnic violence in the region. During this period, the state assembly was placed under suspended animation, which means it was inactive. The assembly did not have any elected leaders or functioning government during this time. The government then extended President's Rule in Manipur. This extension was announced on July 25, 2025, and was set to last for another six months, beginning from August 13, 2025. The extension was part of the central government's efforts to maintain control during a period of unrest. The revocation of President's Rule was confirmed through a formal notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. This reinstated the normal legislative functioning of the state assembly. Following this decision, a new Chief Minister was sworn in. Y. Khemchand Singh took the oath at 6 PM on the same day. The swearing-in ceremony marked the beginning of a new chapter for Manipur's government. The removal of President's Rule cleared the path for the direct election of representatives and the formation of an elected government. This transition is important because it allows the people of Manipur to elect their leaders and participate in democratic decision-making again. The announcement of the revocation was made hours before the new Chief Minister was sworn in. It was officially communicated by the President in a gazette notification. The decision was taken in exercise of the powers given under a specific article of the Indian Constitution, which allows the President to revoke President's Rule in a state. This event is significant because it marks the end of nearly a year of central governance in Manipur. It also signifies a move back towards local democratic control. The state assembly, which had been inactive, was restored to working order following the revocation. For the people of Manipur, this change offers hope for stability and governance by elected representatives. It also signals a step towards normalcy after a period of political and social challenges. The central government and the President have emphasized the importance of restoring democratic processes to ensure the well-being of the state's residents. The situation in Manipur highlights the complexities of governance during times of unrest. The central government’s decision to lift President's Rule reflects confidence in the state's ability to govern itself again. It also indicates progress in restoring normal political functions in the state after a difficult period.