US EditionWho Is Yumnam Khemchand Singh? Manipur Set to Get New CM as BJP Elects Legislature Party Leader
- Recently, Yumnam Khemchand Singh was elected leader of the Manipur BJP legislative party, confirming him as the next Chief Minister with swearing-in expected soon.
- Amid separate talks with Meitei and Kuki MLAs, central BJP leaders held consultations, with President's Rule extended on August 5, 2025, until February 13, 2026, setting the scene for the leader election.
- The BJP's assembly majority shows strength with 32 seats won and five JD MLAs joining, while over 30 BJP MLAs attended the New Delhi meeting reflecting consensus.
- The incoming BJP government is expected to form before President's Rule ends in February 2026 and will govern until the assembly's term ends, likely in 2027.
- With the inquiry ongoing, the Commission of Inquiry investigating violence since May 2023 is examining over 260 fatalities and more than 50,000 displaced, with the deadline extended to 20 May 2026.
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Y. Khemchand Singh has been confirmed as the new leader of the NDA legislative party in Manipur. Efforts to form a government have intensified. Khemchand Singh stated that restoring peace, social unity, and inclusive development in the state will be his top priorities.
BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh Congratulates Newly-elected Manipur Legislature Party Leader Yumnam Khemchand Singh
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. "Heartiest congratulations to Hon'ble Shri @YKhemchandSingh on being elected as the BJP Legislature Party Leader of Manipur. I extend my heartfelt best wishes for a successful and impactful tenure. Under the able guidance and visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister @NarendraModi ji, your vast experience, unwavering commitment, and strong leadership will further strengthen the party and…
Yumnam Khemchand Singh Chosen As Next Manipur Chief Minister
Yumnam Khemchand Singh has been elected as the leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislative party in Manipur, paving the way for him to become the next Chief Minister. The decision follows nearly a year of President’s Rule in the state, which was imposed after the resignation of former Chief Minister N Biren Singh amid ethnic violence. The BJP holds a majority in the 60-member Manipur assembly, and the new government is expected to be …
Nemcha Kipgen, a Kuki leader, to be next Deputy Chief Minister in Manipur
Nemcha Kipgen, a Kuki leader, is set to be next Deputy Chief Minister in Manipur, as per sources. Kipgen is BJP MLA from Kangpokpi Assembly constituency and previously helmed several ministries in the state government, including Commerce and Industry, Textiles and Cooperation, Social Welfare and Cooperation. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) officially started the process to form the government in Manipur, appointing its national general secretar…
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