Former BJP Manipur president Meinam Bhorot Singh died at 76 after a prolonged illness. He served as BJP national secretary and MLA and was instrumental in building the party’s grassroots base in Manipur. BJP leaders and former chief minister N Biren Singh expressed deep grief, calling his death an irreparable loss.
Former Bharatiya Janata Party leader Meinam Bhorot Singh, who served as the president of BJP’s Manipur unit, passed away on Thursday following a prolonged illness. He was 76. His death has left the state’s political community in mourning, with party leaders remembering him as one of the architects of BJP’s growth in Manipur.
Singh was widely respected for his discipline, ideological commitment, and tireless work at the grassroots level. During the years when the BJP was still finding its footing in the state, he played a vital role in strengthening the party’s organisational structure and expanding its presence across different districts. His efforts helped create a strong network of workers and local leaders that later became the backbone of the party in Manipur.
Beyond his role as state president, Singh also served as the BJP’s national secretary and represented Thangmeiband Assembly Constituency as a Member of the Legislative Assembly. His long political career was marked by consistency and loyalty to the party’s ideals, earning him respect both within and outside BJP circles.
The BJP expressed profound grief over his passing, describing him as a seasoned leader deeply rooted in nationalist values. In a statement, the party said Singh worked tirelessly during the crucial years of the organisation’s expansion in Manipur. It noted that his leadership and political conviction were instrumental in deepening the party’s reach at the grassroots level and shaping its identity in the state.
Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh also condoled his death, calling it an irreparable loss not only for the BJP but for the people of Manipur as well. In a message posted on X, he said Singh’s contribution as a former BJP president and MLA would always be remembered, and his dedication to public service had left a lasting impact.
As condolences continue to pour in, Meinam Bhorot Singh is being remembered as a leader who stood firmly by his principles and devoted his life to building the BJP in Manipur. His passing marks the end of a significant chapter in the state’s political history, but the foundations he helped lay will continue to guide the party and its workers in the years to come.