'It is a good decision taken unanimously, which will ensure that Manipur has a stable and responsible government,' Nirmala Sitharaman said, announcing BJP's pick.
Before the 2017 polls, BJP under Biren Singh had taken up the drugs issue with gusto. Now, key accused in drugs cases have seen the BJP government visibly rally behind them.
Ahead of the Manipur Assembly election, here's a quick look at the important parties and features of the politics in the state as well as seats to look out for in the first phase of polling.