The Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, has issued an order declaring the previous directive to summon the 7th session of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly null and void, effective immediately.¹ This development comes after Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned from his position amid ongoing communal tensions between the Meitei and Kuki communities. Singh's resignation was submitted to the Governor, and he has been asked to continue until alternate arrangements are made.² The resignation follows intense sectarian clashes that have resulted in the loss of at least 250 lives and displaced 60,000 people. The Governor's order may indicate that President's Rule is imminent in Manipur. President's Rule, also known as Article 356, allows the President to take over the administration of a state in case of a failure of the constitutional machinery. In this context, the Governor's order can be seen as a step towards imposing President's Rule in Manipur. However, it is essential to note that the final decision rests with the President of India. The situation in Manipur remains volatile, and the upcoming days will be crucial in determining the state's future course of action.