Manipur CM Announces ₹10 Lakh Ex Gratia for Family of Murdered Minor
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday announced an ex gratia assistance of ₹10 lakh for the family of a seven-year-old internally displaced girl who was raped and murdered, in a case that has shocked the state.
CM Visits Relief Camp, Meets Family
The Chief Minister visited a relief camp in Imphal East district, where he:
• Met the grieving family of the victim
• Interacted with internally displaced persons (IDPs)
• Conveyed condolences and assured full government support
He reiterated that ensuring justice for the victim remains a top priority.
Details of the Incident
• The victim, a young girl from Moreh, went missing on April 4
• Her body was discovered the next day beneath the Singjamei Bridge
• The brutal nature of the crime has raised serious concerns about the safety of displaced persons, especially children
Authorities have confirmed that the accused has been taken into custody.
Government Assurances
In a statement shared after the visit, the Chief Minister emphasized:
• The welfare of IDPs remains a key priority
• Officials have been directed to address grievances immediately
• Efforts will be intensified to speed up rehabilitation and resettlement
He also stressed the need to restore dignity, stability, and normalcy in the lives of affected families.
Demands from Displaced Residents
During the interaction, camp inmates raised several concerns, including:
• Safe and early return to their native villages
• Deployment of an IRB battalion in Moreh to improve security
The Chief Minister assured that these demands would be examined and necessary steps taken.
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The incident has intensified public concern over security and protection of vulnerable communities, with renewed calls for swift justice and stronger safeguards for displaced families across Manipur.
