IndiaManipur's home minister, Govindas Konthoujam, announced during a legislative session that 1951 will serve as the base year for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state. He reported that 14,992 illegal immigrants have been identified and repatriated, with the majority coming from Chandel district. Konthoujam emphasized the need for collaboration with the central government, noting that the state government has repeatedly sought approval for implementing the NRC, similar to Assam's experience. He highlighted ongoing efforts including the formation of committees and task forces to address the issue of illegal immigration and verify citizen records.
Bias read (Center): The article presents information based on official statements from Manipur's home minister without overtly favoring any political ideology. It reports on the procedural steps and challenges related to the NRC implementation, focusing on factual updates and government actions rather than taking a立场.
