Published on : 04 Dec 2025, 5:35 am

Imphal: Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh is concerned over the “widespread destruction” of the state’s forest cover.

He has requested for immediate and decisive action to prevent an impending environmental catastrophe.

Sharing a video clip on 'X', Singh underlined that the visuals explain the causes behind Manipur’s recurrent floods. He wrote, “This video recorded today shows why recurrent floods have taken place in the state. The footage shows poppy plantation at Kolten and Selsi Hill ranges under T. Waichong Sub-division in Kangpokpi district".

“All our forests have been destroyed while we are trying to pull each other down. None of our leaders have spoken out against such wide-scale devastation,” he further wrote.

He questioned th

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