Ten Manipur MLAs representing tribal constituencies appeal to the Chief Minister for the prompt appointment of a new Tribal Affairs and Hills Minister.
Assam Rifles and other central forces including the Army were deployed in Manipur in early May to control the situation after clashes between Meiteis and Kukis broke out.
Apart from the PIL, another petition has also been filed before the apex court BJP MLA Dinganglung Gangmei challenging the March 27 order of the Manipur High Court on grant of ST status to the Meitei community.