Was going to resign because of hurtful words but stopped because of public’s faith, says Manipur CM

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed his hurt over criticism following the recent violence in the state, which almost led him to resign. However, upon witnessing the support and trust of the people on the streets, he decided against resigning. Singh emphasized the importance of public confidence for a leader and stated that if the people asked him to resign, he would comply. He also expressed confusion about the reasons behind the violence and criticized the timing of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s visit to Manipur. Singh acknowledged the involvement of outside elements in the violence and emphasized the need to prioritize human lives over politics.