Manipur Govt Allocates ₹734 Crore for Rehabilitation of Internally Displaced Persons in 2026–27 Budget

The Government of Manipur has earmarked ₹734 crore in the State Budget for 2026–27 to support the rehabilitation and resettlement of internally displaced persons (IDPs) affected by the ethnic violence in the state.

Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced the allocation on Monday while participating in the discussion on the Governor’s Address during the seventh session of the 12th Manipur Legislative Assembly in Imphal.

The Chief Minister emphasised that the rehabilitation of displaced families remains one of the government’s top priorities as the state continues efforts to restore peace and normalcy.

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₹2,198 Crore Special Package from Centre

During his address in the Assembly, the Chief Minister also revealed that the Government of India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has extended a special financial assistance package of ₹2,198 crore to Manipur.

According to Singh, this financial package will help the state in several crucial areas, including:

• Prepayment of high-interest loans taken by the state government

• Security-related expenditures arising from the conflict situation

• Deployment charges of central paramilitary forces stationed in the state

• Rehabilitation and welfare measures for displaced families

The Chief Minister said the central assistance has significantly strengthened the state government’s financial capacity to handle both developmental commitments and post-conflict recovery programmes.

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Deployment of Central Security Forces

To maintain law and order and ensure stability across the state, the Chief Minister informed the House that around 288 companies of central security forces are currently deployed in Manipur.

These forces have been stationed in sensitive and conflict-affected areas to help maintain peace, prevent further violence, and create a safe environment for displaced families to eventually return to their homes.

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Focus on Rehabilitation and Resettlement

Highlighting the government’s rehabilitation plan, Singh said the Centre has extended support for several key initiatives aimed at helping displaced families rebuild their lives.

These initiatives include:

• Construction of permanent houses for families who lost their homes

• Financial compensation for loss of personal belongings and movable assets

• Repair and restoration assistance for partially damaged houses

• Resettlement programmes to help families return to their original villages

The Chief Minister stated that these measures are intended to ensure long-term recovery and stability for thousands of families displaced during the conflict.

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Challenge of Rebuilding Trust

While discussing the possibility of displaced people returning home, Singh acknowledged that restoring trust between communities remains one of the biggest challenges.

He noted that residents from both the valley and hill regions have expressed willingness to return to their homes, but the process must be handled carefully to ensure safety and mutual confidence.

However, the Chief Minister expressed cautious optimism, saying that recent inter-community interactions and dialogue efforts have shown encouraging signs of improving confidence among different communities.

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Motion of Thanks Adopted in Assembly

Later in the session, the Assembly adopted the Motion of Thanks on the Governor’s Address.

The motion was:

• Moved by Home Affairs and Youth Affairs & Sports Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh

• Seconded by Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho

While moving the motion, Govindas Singh expressed gratitude to the Governor for outlining the government’s policies, development plans, and governance priorities in the address delivered to the House earlier.

Deputy Chief Minister Dikho added that the Governor’s Address reflects the government’s commitment to peace, stability, and inclusive development in Manipur. He also urged all members of the Assembly to support the motion.

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Toward Peace and Recovery

The state government believes that with continued support from the Centre, enhanced security deployment, and focused rehabilitation efforts, Manipur can gradually move toward peace, reconciliation, and economic recovery.

The ₹734-crore allocation for IDP rehabilitation is seen as a major step in addressing the humanitarian impact of the conflict and helping displaced families rebuild their lives with dignity.