Manipur government provides festive aid to displaced persons
A total of Rs 5.88 crore was distributed to 58,863 eligible beneficiaries via direct benefit transfer.
The Manipur government released Rs 5.88 crore from the State Emergency Fund on November 8 to provide special assistance to 58,863 internally displaced persons (IDPs). According to ThePrint, the funds were distributed to mark the festivals of Diwali and Ningol Chakouba.
Each eligible recipient received Rs 1,000 through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. The money was sent to the accounts of deputy commissioners across 10 districts, including Imphal West, Churachandpur, Imphal East, Thoubal, Ukhrul, Kakching, Kangpokpi, Tengnoupal, Jiribam and Bishnupur.
Deputy commissioners have been instructed to verify eligibility and ensure the assistance reaches the beneficiaries in a timely manner. The funds were transferred to the district officials using the Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) system.
Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh extended festive greetings to the state's residents. He called on the people to reaffirm their commitment to peace, progress and prosperity in Manipur.
Members of the displaced community expressed their gratitude to the government led by Singh for the financial support during the festive period.