Manipur CM Seeks Congress MP Bimol Akoijam’s Resignation After JNU Dismissal

Manipur Chief Minister Demands Akoijam’s Resignation

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on October 10, 2026, demanded the resignation of Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam following his dismissal from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) over sexual harassment complaints.

Akoijam represents the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha constituency and was also a professor at JNU’s Centre for the Study of Social Systems under the School of Social Sciences.

In a social media post, the chief minister described the dismissal as “deeply disturbing and shameful”. He argued that the university’s disciplinary action raised serious questions about the MP’s suitability to continue as a public representative.

JNU Dismisses Bimol Akoijam Following Internal Inquiry

JNU dismissed Akoijam from service with immediate effect on October 9, 2026, after an internal inquiry into allegations of sexual harassment.

According to media reports, the university’s Internal Committee examined complaints against the professor and recommended major punishment. The university’s dismissal order reportedly cited applicable service rules and provisions of the Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules.

The action followed complaints reportedly filed by 11 women students. The allegations included claims of inappropriate remarks and misconduct. These remain allegations reported in connection with the university’s disciplinary proceedings and should be distinguished from any separate criminal-court finding.

CM Says Public Representatives Must Uphold Parliament’s Dignity

Khemchand Singh said elected representatives have a responsibility to maintain public trust and uphold the dignity of Parliament.

He argued that the dismissal and the findings of the university’s internal process had undermined Akoijam’s moral authority to continue as a Member of Parliament.

The chief minister urged the Congress MP to step down voluntarily, saying that public office carries obligations beyond political representation. His demand has added a political dimension to the controversy surrounding the university’s disciplinary action.

Bimol Akoijam Calls Dismissal a ‘Witch Hunt’

Akoijam has challenged the university’s decision, describing it as a “witch hunt” and alleging that the process was flawed.

According to media reports, the MP said he had not received the Internal Committee’s recommendations or the official dismissal order before learning about the decision. He questioned whether the university had followed the required procedures and said he intended to pursue legal remedies.

Akoijam also raised concerns about confidentiality under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. His objections present a competing account of the process, while the university’s order reportedly states that the dismissal followed the applicable rules.

Sexual Harassment Complaints and University Proceedings

Reports state that 11 women students had submitted complaints to JNU’s Internal Committee in May 2026. The complaints reportedly alleged inappropriate conduct, including remarks in class and incidents involving students at the professor’s campus residence.

The university’s Internal Committee conducted an inquiry and recommended major punishment, according to reports. The findings were reportedly placed before JNU’s Executive Council, which decided on dismissal.

The university’s disciplinary action has drawn attention because Akoijam holds two public roles: an elected position in Parliament and an academic position at a prominent central university.

The allegations and the disciplinary outcome have also prompted debate about institutional accountability, confidentiality and the procedures available to employees who challenge university decisions.

Political Controversy Grows in Manipur

The issue has triggered political reactions in Manipur, where Akoijam represents Inner Manipur in the Lok Sabha.

The chief minister’s demand for resignation centres on the standards expected of an elected representative. Akoijam, meanwhile, has questioned the process that led to his dismissal and said he would contest the decision through legal channels.

Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh has also criticised the Congress leadership over its association with Akoijam, according to media reports. The controversy has therefore expanded beyond the university’s disciplinary proceedings into a wider political dispute involving the Congress and the BJP.

What Happens Next?

The next developments are likely to centre on Akoijam’s response to the dismissal and any legal challenge he brings against JNU’s decision.

The Manipur chief minister has called for the MP’s resignation, but that demand does not itself remove Akoijam from Parliament. Any change in his status as an MP would have to follow the applicable constitutional and legal procedures.

The dispute may also raise further questions about the university’s inquiry process, the confidentiality of complaints and the rights of those involved in disciplinary proceedings.

Conclusion

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has demanded the resignation of Congress MP Bimol Akoijam after JNU dismissed him following an internal inquiry into sexual harassment complaints.

Akoijam has called the decision a “witch hunt”, questioned whether proper procedure was followed and indicated that he would challenge the university’s action. The controversy now involves both the university’s disciplinary decision and the political demand for accountability, while the MP disputes the process behind his dismissal.