Manipur government provides festive aid to 58,863 displaced persons
The state released Rs 5.88 crore from the emergency fund for Diwali and Ningol Chakouba assistance.
The Manipur government has distributed Rs 5.88 crore in special assistance to 58,863 eligible internally displaced persons (IDPs) for the Diwali and Ningol Chakouba festivals, according to ThePrint.
The funds, sourced from the State Emergency Fund, were provided to beneficiaries at a rate of Rs 1,000 each via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) on Sunday.
The money was recently moved 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 payments reach the intended recipients on time.
Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh extended greetings for the festivals and called for a commitment to peace, progress, and prosperity in the state.
The IDP community expressed gratitude to the government led by Singh for the financial support during the festive period.