Seva Sankalp Abhiyan observed to note 25 years of service of PM : Khemchand
Need for collective efforts for development stressed
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, September 22 2026: Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand has called for collectives towards economic development of the State.

The Chief Minister was speaking at a Seva Sankalp Abhiyan programme organised by the District Administration, Imphal West, at Khoyathong Multipurpose Community Hall, Imphal West today.

Khemchand stated that the violent crisis which erupted on May 3, 2023 has severely impacted the State's economy.

The State lost around Rs 475 crore in GST collection during the financial year 2023-24 .

During the last three years, the State incurred a total loss of around Rs 1,300 crore in revenue collection, he said.

Seva Sankalp Abhiyan observed to note 25 years of service of PM : Khemchand

The Chief Minister said that bandhs and blockades affect common people, particularly daily wage earners and those dependent on daily economic activity.

He appealed to the people not to resort to bandhs and blockades and instead approach their respective MLAs and the Government to discuss their grievances.

He said the Government's doors remain open for dialogue and problems can be resolved through discussion.

Calling for collective efforts towards economic development, Khemchand Singh cited Singapore as an example of a small country that has achieved a high level of economic development.

He said that despite the presence of different communities, people there identify themselves as Singaporeans and work together.

He appealed to the people of Manipur to work together peacefully and contribute towards the State's development and in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 .

On the recent deferment of the Census exercise in Manipur, Khemchand said that the State Government had discussed the concerns raised by the people with the Central Government.

He said the Centre subsequently deferred the Census exercise in the State in view of the concerns and aspirations expressed by the people.

Taking into consideration the aspirations of the people of Manipur, the Chief Minister said, the Central Government had also earlier extended the Inner Line Permit System in the State in 2019 .

He said that the month-long "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan" is being observed across the country to acknowledge the service and initiatives of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and to carry forward the spirit of public service and good governance.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has completed 25 years of public service and has articulated the vision of a Viksit Bharat@2047, with the objective of building India as a developed Nation, Khemchand said.

He said that the month-long programme would be carried out in different Assembly Constituencies to assess whether Government schemes and benefits intended for the people have actually reached the eligible beneficiaries.

He said that wherever gaps are found in the delivery of schemes, the Government would take necessary steps to ensure that eligible beneficiaries receive the benefits.

The Chief Minister stressed that such direct interaction with the public would help identify difficulties at the grassroots and improve last-mile delivery.

During the programme, the Chief Minister also visited and interacted with more than 30 service counters and stalls showcasing various schemes and services of various Government departments and institutions.

The programme was attended by MLA Khumukcham Joykisan, Deputy Commissioner, Imphal West Mayanglambam Rajkumar Singh, officials of various departments and beneficiaries, among others, according to a statement issued by the Chief Minister's Secretariat.