Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh Resigns After Political Turmoil

The resignation follows nearly two years of ethnic violence, internal dissent within the BJP, and a looming no-confidence motion.

N Biren Singh resigned as Manipur's Chief Minister on Sunday, submitting his resignation to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla in Imphal.
The decision comes after 21 months of ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which has left over 250 dead and thousands displaced.
Internal dissent within the BJP, including threats from some MLAs to join the opposition, and an upcoming no-confidence motion intensified pressure on Singh to step down.
The Supreme Court recently ordered a forensic report on leaked audio tapes allegedly implicating Singh in instigating the ethnic violence, further complicating his position.
Governor Bhalla has asked Singh to remain in office temporarily until a new leadership arrangement is finalized.