Manipur CM visits Imphal East relief camp, meets family of murdered minor; hands over Rs 10 lakh ex gratia

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand on April 11 visited a relief camp in Imphal East district and met the family members of a seven-year-old internally displaced girl who was recently raped and murdered in a tragic incident that has sparked widespread outrage across the state.
 

During his visit, the Chief Minister interacted with the bereaved family and other internally displaced persons (IDPs) staying at the camp. He expressed condolences and assured all possible assistance to ensure justice for the victim. The state government has also handed over an ex gratia of Rs 10 lakh to the family of the deceased.
 

In a Facebook post following the visit, the Chief Minister said that the well-being of all internally displaced persons (IDPs) remains a top priority. He stated that after personally listening to their concerns and grievances, he has directed concerned officials to take immediate and necessary measures to address their issues. He added that the government’s efforts will focus on easing hardships, reducing stress, and ensuring timely and meaningful rehabilitation and resettlement.
 

“We remain committed to standing by every affected family and working tirelessly towards restoring dignity, stability, and hope in their lives,” the CM stated in the post.
 

The minor girl, originally from Moreh, had been missing since April 4 and was found dead the following day under the Singjamei Bridge in Imphal West. The incident has intensified concerns over the safety of displaced communities living in relief camps.
 

District Commissioner of Imphal East, L. Nivedita, said that the government is making every possible effort to ensure justice for the victim’s family. She added that the accused has already been remanded in custody.
 

During the interaction at the relief camp, several displaced residents urged the Chief Minister for early resettlement in their native villages and demanded deployment of an IRB battalion in Moreh for improved security.
 

Responding to their concerns, the Chief Minister assured efforts to facilitate their return while urging communities to rebuild mutual trust and restore harmony among groups that had previously coexisted peacefully.
 

Meanwhile, the Court of Special Judge under the POCSO Act in Imphal East remanded the accused, Laishram Lanngamba (28), son of Bira from Ward No. 9, Moreh, currently residing at Akampat relief camp, to judicial custody. He was produced before the court on April 10 under tight security by Imphal East police.