On December 15, Congress MP Alfred Kanngam S Arther criticized the central government over the ongoing unrest in Manipur and other northeastern states. He expressed strong disapproval, stating that the situation in these regions reflects poorly on the country. Arther pointed out the government`s failure to address the issues in the northeastern states, which have been facing violence and instability for a long time. He emphasized that such a crisis should be a source of shame for the entire nation, implying that the authorities have not done enough to restore peace and security in the affected areas. His statement was a call for urgent attention to the matter.