TODAY -

Kuki village chiefs back War on Drugs' campaign
Source: Chronicle News Service / DIPR

Imphal, May 14 2022: Amid continuous support by different villages and communities to government's effort to uproot poppy cultivation, a delegation consisting of village chiefs of Saikul MLA Kimneo Haokip Hangshing submitted a resolution to chief minister N Biren on Saturday, declaring their support to the 'War on Drugs' campaign.

The resolution signed by chiefs of 50 villages stated that they had deliberated at length about poppy cultivation and resolved to put an immediate halt on poppy cultivation in Saikul AC.

They also resolved to approach the Government of Manipur for arranging alternative means of livelihood.

The resolution further stated that any individuals or groups who defied the resolution should, at their own risk, face any legal action taken by the authority concerned.

Talking to the media, CM Biren informed that many communities have come up one after another in support Of the government's 'War on Drugs' campaign, considering the ill effects of poppy cultivation on the environment and future generations ot the state.

He expressed appreciation to the village chiefs of Saikul AC for being the first among the Kuki community to boldly declare their stand against poppy cultivation, while informing that Kuki brethren, residing in other areas of the state, had contacted him on their support to the movement against drug menace.

The CM assured that arrangements for alternative livelihood would be taken up soon in consultation with the Horticulture and Tribal Affairs and Hills Department, and added that the government would provide all necessary support.

Taking note of the memorandum submitted by the delegation, Biren assured of setting up a Veterinary Hospital in Saikul AC soon and also to construct a Mini stadium within the constituency.

He further assured to look into what could be done on other matters mentioned in the memorandum.

The CM then appealed to all communities residing in valley areas to voluntarily come out and support the movement against the drug menace so as to totally, eradicate it from the state.

He also warned that any government officials found involved in drug-related illegal activities will be terminated from their service and put behind bars.

Responding to questions from reporters, Biren said that the involvement of police personnel in illegal drug trade is due to lapses in evaluation during recruitment of police personnel.

Thus, a detailed history of the potential police personnel needs to be taken before they are recruited into the job and as such, a strict screening process will be adopted in any future recruitment.

He then informed that the policeman arrested in the drug bust in Kangpokpi has been suspended and further action will be taken up after a detailed investigation.

Tribal Affairs and Hills minister Letpao Haokip expressed his appreciation to the delegation from Saikul AC for their support to the government's 'War on Drugs' campaign and their resolution to immediately put a halt on poppy cultivation in the AC.

He then assured of providing every possible support for ensuring alternative livelihood from the government side, while appealing to the people of other areas to support the movement, stating that support from all sections of people is needed to save the state from the ill effects of drugs.

Kuki Inpi, Saikul president Seimang Lupho and other village chiefs also took part in submitting the resolution among others.

Meanwhile, chiefs of 32 villages in Tengnoupal and Chandel districts under the aegis of Kuki Chief Association led by Horticulture and Soil Conservation minister Letpao Haokip have also declared their full support to the Chief Minister's War on Drugs mission and efforts to eradicate poppy plantation from their areas on Saturday evening.

CM Biren expressed profound happiness on the support received from village chiefs from across the state, adding that with the chiefs of Tengnoupal and Chandel districts declaring their support, we may consider that the whole border areas have been covered.

The government is making efforts to provide alternative livelihood including planting of seasonal fruits and crops.

For this, steps are being taken up to set up solar-powered cold storage in the hill areas, in addition to creating a market for selling the produces, he informed.

Stating that he understands the issues raised by the chiefs over non-deliverance of scheme benefits in far-flung border areas, the CM assured of taking up responsibility for ensuring that the benefits of government schemes reach the remote areas, while urging that the chiefs, on their part, to ensure total eradication of poppy plantation from their respective areas.

Assuring all assistance from the side of the government, the CM said that minister Letpao Haokip was given the portfolio of Horticulture/Social Conser-vation/Tribal Affairs & Hills with the understanding that he (Letpao) would bring some positive changes in the poppy plantation affected areas of the hills.

Highlighting an issue raised by one of the chiefs regarding illegal entry of Myanmarese nationals to plant poppies; Biren remarked that such illegal entry of Myanmarese nationals is creating misunderstanding among the indigenous populace.

He then appealed to all sections of the society to stop making communal comments against one another on social media platforms.

Replying to a media query on the steps taken up along the Myanmar border, Biren said that a series of steps have been taken up including approval of fencing for around 100 km along the vulnerable areas, initiation of drone surveys along the border, stationing special commandos in the areas, along with efforts to set up around 14 new police stations with outposts.

Informing that the government is constructing a Tengnoupal Battle Memorial Park at Tengnoupal to commemorate one of the many battlefields of the 1891 Anglo-Manipuri War, he stated that the observance of the War commemorative event at Tengnoupal and Mayang Imphal will commence from next year onwards.

The village chiefs from Tengnoupal and Chandel districts, who were present during the press meet, declared to put an immediate halt on poppy cultivation in their areas and at the same time, appealed to the government to arrange alternative livelihood as well as to ensure that benefits of government schemes reach the interior parts of the state.

They also highlighted the ills of poppy plantation including ecological imbalances due to mass deforestation carried out for poppy plantation.

KCA, Tengnoupal also assured of organising seminars to spread awareness among the villagers on the ill effects of poppy plantation, while assuring full cooperation and support to the war against drug campaign and to lead from the front.

On the other-hand, chief minister Biren strongly condemned the bomb blast at Telipati on Friday, adding that there are signs of attempts to take political advantage out of the situation.

Such malicious acts will never see the light of the day, he said, and announced that efforts will be made to apprehend the culprit(s) at the earliest and award befitting punishment.

He also appealed to the people to stand against such anti-social elements.

While stating that government is keeping a close watch on the rising water levels of rivers owing to heavy rainfall in the past few days, which has left some areas inundated; Biren informed that the officials are monitoring the situation closely, including opening the gates of the dams.

He then said that the inundation of some of the roads is due to blockage of drains for construction of houses and shops, and as such, urged the people not to do so.


* Comments posted by users in this discussion thread and other parts of this site are opinions of the individuals posting them (whose user ID is displayed alongside) and not the views of e-pao.net. We strongly recommend that users exercise responsibility, sensitivity and caution over language while writing your opinions which will be seen and read by other users. Please read a complete Guideline on using comments on this website.




HEADLINES - 15, MAY 2022
  • Zero positive case
  • Chandel, Tengnoupal, Saikul pledge support to War on Drugs
  • Nishikant flags off theatre troupe to Vadodara
  • BJYM 'stopped' from planting trees on Thangjing; meet demands clarification
  • RD&PR Minister inspects PMGSY works
  • Collapsed Irang Bridge to be restored within one month
  • One hurt in bomb blast
  • River front on Kangla eastern side opened to public
  • CM calls for environment conservation
  • Incessant rain swells Twilang River, submerges paddy fields
  • RK Ranjan Singh visits Central Farm, College of Food Technology of CAU
  • Workshop on Korean Studies concludes
  • Students of Lalit Kala Sangam Music Institute feted
  • Art of Living hands over immunity kits to MNP+
  • Survey conducted at Singda Dam watershed area
  • Thokchom Satyabrata Singh felicitated
  • "Hao Tangkhul Chanjam" released at Phungreitang
  • "Yoga Mahotsav 2022" held at various places
  • National Lok Adalat conducted all over State
  • Non-Kuki CSOs in Sadar Hills should not misunderstand, says SAHILCA
  • Meitei Union condemns SAHILCA's stand
  • Passing-out / attestation parade held
  • Prize distribution programme held
  • Dead bodies handed over
  • Key NSCN-IM leader passes away
  • Covid scare wanes as dry spell continues
  • BJP meet discusses War on Drugs campaign
  • Incessant rain swells Twilang river
  • Thangjing issue: KSO unit asked to clarify within May 20
  • SAHILCA clarifies on CSO recognition issue
  • Kakching farmers demand sufficient Urea supply
  • Forest officials survey Singda Dam catchment area
  • IGAR (S) conducts career counselling, security coordination meet
  • Ichum Keirap village residents seek justice
  • Farmer's Field Day / Fair organised
  • Prizes for AKAM quiz prog distributed
  • National Lok Adalat across state settles 461 cases
  • SFs nab active cadres of KYKL,UKRA
  • Awareness prog on border trade, Act East Policy held
  • NYK Chandel organises Yoga Mahotsav
  • Sit-in protests Telipati blast
  • NHIDCL sets one month to repair Irang bridge
  • Eastern Command chief visits IGAR (S)
  • KRSU new office bearers take oath
  • Academy celebrates recognition as higher secondary
  • Two including IRB man killed in accident
  • CRPF organises blood donation camp
  • Blessing ceremony held, film premieres
  • River water floods Jiribam village
  • Band display celebrates NUM
  • Assam Rifles foils smuggling bid
  • Workshop on pottery making from May 18
  • LATEST IN E-PAO.NET
  • Konung Kang Chingba #2 : Gallery
  • Violence in Manipur 2023-2025 : Timeline
  • Silent Crisis: Displaced, Neglected & Forgotten
  • COVID-19: Update 09 July 2025 : Manipur
  • Tribute to anti-witch hunting activist Birubala
  • Van Mahotsav 2025: Cultivating trees
  • Closing Ceremony : Football Tournament
  • "Relieving the hunger" at RIMS
  • Looking back at CCpur violence of 2015
  • Suspicion over effectiveness of ILP
  • Colonial Knowledge Production in NE #8
  • The fight for survival in Manipur
  • A call for unity from displaced voices
  • COVID-19: Update 08 July 2025 : Manipur
  • Dogs Are Staying on the Ground :: Poem
  • Football Tournament at Heinoukhongnembi
  • Condemns Kuki Inpi's Directive
  • Installation Ceremony of Lions Club, Imphal
  • All that can go wrong has gone wrong
  • Manipur peaceful from Delhi's perspective
  • Bashanta Ras @Govindaji #2 : Gallery
  • Hypocrisy & the betrayal of sovereignty
  • Healing with Art for children concluded
  • Manipur : Champions 24th Junior Natl Wushu
  • Path to Becoming a Leader Who Inspires
  • Van Mahotsav 2025, festival of life
  • The Flavours of Life :: Poem
  • Assault on sensibilities of the media
  • Revival of MPP after years of bitter disputes
  • Ougri Lirol :: Part 2 : Ooba Video
  • Jianreilung, Chingamba, Masounii : eMing
  • How Jessami conservation of Nongin
  • Shija Hospitals turns 40
  • COVID-19: Update 06 July 2025 : Manipur
  • The Indomitable Young Souls :: Poem
  • Growing network of drug dealers in country
  • Politics of SoO pact since 2008
  • No takers for disturbance-free education
  • 31st Governor Cup Polo Tournament : Gallery
  • PM welcome to Manipur: Feel the reality
  • Kainkhol wins best Social Message Film Award
  • Distortion of facts: Manipur sports movement
  • Govt services reach Manipur's tribal villages
  • 134th Durand Cup Trophies Flag Off
  • COVID-19: Update 05 July 2025 : Manipur
  • How to take care of oily skin in monsoon
  • First-Ever Tripura Esports Championship
  • Konung Kang Chingba #1 : Gallery
  • Manipur Iskcon's 25th Ratha Yatra 2025
  • Native Threshing machine made for farmers
  • COVID-19: Update 04 July 2025 : Manipur
  • Riso Ejang: Youth-led Transformation
  • Include males too in addressing HPV
  • Whispers from the past :: Poem
  • LPU opens permanent outreach centre
  • Raj Bhavan moving on the right track
  • Speculations over PM Modi's visit to state
  • Colonial Knowledge Production in NE #7
  • Make Yourself Visible to Opportunity
  • Orange bowl: tradition with ecological wisdom
  • 10 ways to keep a kitchen garden disease free
  • Between PR, military mandates & AFSPA
  • Allocation fund for MLALAD Fund during PR
  • Denounces Killing of KNA Deputy C-in-C
  • COVID-19: Update 03 July 2025 : Manipur
  • Cases of fake Aadhaar cards
  • Sincere dealing must for stricter Aadhaar
  • Archaeology: Culture of Manipur : Booklet
  • Wanna be a singer? Get Botox
  • A Central institute in Manipur
  • Nagging in the name of love
  • COVID-19: Update 02 July 2025 : Manipur
  • 'Benefits' of Indira's Emergency
  • Social Stigma :: Poem
  • Inking a peace pact: Why, how: SoO quagmire
  • Van Mahotsav under shadow of declining forest
  • 11th Th Kishan Memorial Lecture : Gallery
  • Manipur crisis & the Left media's blind spot
  • COVID-19: Update 01 July 2025 : Manipur
  • Bombom RK : Musclemania Universe NYC
  • The Grief :: Poem
  • Music Concert & Quiz (MCQ) 2.0
  • SoO agreement unlikely to be scrapped
  • Regulating use of plastic carry bags
  • Mera Houchongba @Kangla #4 : Gallery
  • International Day of Yoga @JNMDA : Gallery
  • BD Behring: The inimitable Gentleman I knew
  • Violence in the name of patriotism : Misguided
  • Daily oral vs long-acting injectable for HIV
  • COVID-19: Update 30 June 2025 : Manipur
  • Smile :: Poem
  • Why was President's Rule imposed ?
  • BJP under pressure to forge unity
  • Kang @Leikai in Imphal : Gallery
  • July Calendar for Year 2025 : Tools
  • COVID-19 : A recurring crisis in Manipur
  • DC Kaith and Forestry in Manipur : Book
  • COVID-19: Update 29 June 2025 : Manipur
  • Longing for Peace :: Poem
  • Black badge, slogan protest by peeved scribes
  • Present the true picture before Delhi
  • Pung-Cholom @ Polo Tournament : Gallery
  • Life: A Journey Through Thought & Being
  • Khongjai Hills & Kuki claim to indigeneity
  • Master Time by Managing Information
  • COVID-19: Update 28 June 2025 : Manipur
  • Pride & patriotism in CCpur's army families
  • The Power of Poppy - 87 :: Poem
  • World Decarbonisation Day: green environment
  • Welcome Home - Nganthoi #2 : Gallery
  • Loss of two precious lives from Manipur
  • Balancing civil liberties with public safety
  • COVID-19: Update 27 June 2025 : Manipur
  • Gender equality & human rights are indivisible
  • Stay hydrated this summer season
  • Silent Half of the Sun :: Poem
  • Connecting the dots in the wishlist
  • Assembly record tampering claims by ex-CM
  • The immortal legacy of Pukhramba Kajao
  • International Day against Drug Abuse 2025
  • COVID-19: Update 26 June 2025 : Manipur
  • Black pottery from Ukhrul - tribal heritage
  • Program on "Mission-Drug Free Campus"
  • Play makes a better world
  • Urgent Appeal to the Honourable MLAs
  • Tribal Empowerment Campaign at CCpur
  • Talk doing the round: PM to come
  • 'Emergency' relief for under-fire BJP
  • Golden Jubilee Art Fair @Imphal : Gallery
  • Declaration: Meetei People Convention, Delhi
  • A Flower Among the Rocks :: Review
  • Book Donation Campaign
  • Improved road connectivity boosts livelihoods
  • To Have Great Dreams :: Poem
  • COVID-19: Update 25 June 2025 : Manipur
  • Regret vs Sorry: Technical & moral insight
  • Cocktail of inept Govt, selfish people
  • State trailing others in cleanliness
  • Colonial Knowledge in NE India #6
  • UHI effect & rising temperatures in Manipur
  • Frequent road blockades cripple economy
  • COVID-19: Update 24 June 2025 : Manipur
  • Unite Health with Community health services
  • NSU, Imphal, tops IIRF Ranking 2025
  • Endless conflict :: Poem
  • Pak nobel pish prize for Trump
  • May 3, 2023 - June 24, 2025: Failure of Delhi
  • Hotter days, sudden rainfall no more a rarity
  • "The Great June Uprising" #2 : Gallery
  • How to Build a Career, Lead with Purpose
  • 2nd Foundation Day- Karnataka Meitei Assn
  • COVID-19: Update 23 June 2025 : Manipur
  • NSCN-IM Amnesty threatens to isolate it
  • Sunset :: Poem
  • Intl Yoga Day for a healthier environment
  • Of clogged drains and plastics
  • Poor roads testify Govt indifference
  • Welcome Home - Nganthoi #1 : Gallery
  • The Silent Erosion of Manipuri Language
  • Design health services around people
  • Serene Hills Host Inspiring Int'l Yoga Day
  • COVID-19: Update 22 June 2025 : Manipur
  • Chopper services between Senapati & Imphal
  • High Court Judges interacted with convicts
  • Redyeing the Fabric :: Poem
  • Differences yet to be resolved stand
  • Border fencing rage as solution eludes
  • Radio E-pao: 14 new songs updated
  • Climate Adaptive Agroforestry
  • Manipur overlooked demographic shifts
  • Young designers shine on Fashion Stage
  • COVID-19: Update 21 June 2025 : Manipur
  • International Day of Yoga at Lamphelpat
  • International Day of Yoga at JNMDA
  • The Power of Poppy - 86 :: Poem
  • Keishampat Lairembi Haraoba #1 : Gallery
  • Crisis in Manipur's Contemporary Education
  • Best 8 Performances in Manipuri Cinema
  • Identity: Caught between China & India ?
  • COVID-19: Update 20 June 2025 : Manipur
  • To The Father Who Listens :: Poem
  • How does net suspension affect youths ?
  • Targeting farmers to cripple state's economy
  • The virus is back and spreading
  • Who is afraid of Manipur ?
  • A threatened lily growing at Shirui Hills
  • World Environment Day in Manipur : Gallery
  • Ambubachi Mela at Maa Kamakhya
  • COVID-19: Update 19 June 2025 : Manipur
  • Dolls made from repurposed vegetable refuse
  • Condemns Attack on Farmer & Killing
  • Abhorrent politics of SoO
  • Police arrogance on harmless drivers
  • "The Great June Uprising" #1 : Gallery
  • UK Meetei diaspora run for Myanmar : Gallery
  • Thang-Ta Day @Khuman Lampak #3 : Gallery
  • 50 years of Pebet #2 : Gallery
  • Indo-Naga Talks (From 2012) :: Timeline
  • Protest @Checkon -AT arrest [Jun 9] : Gallery
  • Protests - AT arrest [Jun 8 night] : Gallery
  • Aftermath of flooding @ Khurai #1 : Gallery
  • /li>
  • Flooding at JNIMS Hospital #2 : Gallery
  • North East NSS Festival @ MU : Gallery
  • Trump's tariff legacy & its global echo
  • Flooding Imphal East [31 May] #3 : Gallery
  • Flooding Imphal East [31 May] #2 : Gallery
  • Flooding Imphal East [31 May] #1 : Gallery
  • S Nirupama @Miss Universe : Gallery
  • Protesters to Raj Bhavan [May 25]: Gallery
  • Human Chain @Airport road [May 26]: Gallery
  • Miss Shirui Pageant Contestant: Gallery
  • 48 hrs Bandh: protest security forces: Gallery
  • Protest Rally: Journalist harassment: Gallery
  • HSLC 2025: Full Result (Check Roll No)
  • HSLC 2025: Important Info & Grading System
  • HSLC 2025 : Compartmental candidates
  • HSLC 2025 : Comparative Statement
  • HSLC 2025 : Statistical Abstract
  • HSLC 2025 : District Pass Percentage
  • HSLC 2025 : Govt School Pass %
  • HSLC 2025 : Aided School Pass %
  • HSLC 2025 : Private School Pass %
  • People's Convention on 3rd May #2 : Gallery
  • Featured Front Page Photo 2025 #2: Gallery
  • Riya Khwairakpam : HSE Science Topper
  • Keisham Hannah : HSE Arts Topper
  • Warepam Lidia : HSE Commerce Topper
  • HSE 2025 Result : Science Full Result
  • HSE 2025 Result : Arts Full Result
  • HSE 2025 Result : Commerce Full Result
  • HSE 2025 Information / Abbreviation
  • HSE 2025 Topper : Science
  • HSE 2025 Topper : Arts
  • HSE 2025 Topper : Commerce
  • HSE 2025 : Pass Percentage
  • HSE 2025 : Result Abstract
  • HSE 2025 : Candidates with Highest Marks
  • President's Rule in Manipur : 1967 - 2025
  • Downloadable Manipuri Calendar :: 2025