GOVERNMENT OF MANIPUR

CHIEF MINISTER’S SECRETARIAT: IMPHAL

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PRESS RELEASE

STATE PAYS TRIBUTE TO JANA NETA HIJAM IRAWAT

Imphal, 30th September, 2024 (DIPR): Chief Minister Shri N. Biren Singh led others in paying floral tribute to Jana Neta Hijam Irawat at Hijam Irawat Sqaure, Imphal West today.

Speaking at the sideline of the program, Chief Minister Shri N. Biren Singh appealed to the people of the State to work together towards fulfilling Hijam Irawat’s vision for a better Manipur.

Further, the Chief Minister informed that out of the three individuals abducted by Kuki militants, one was released on the day itself and other two are still held captive in their custody. The State and Central governments are closely monitoring the situation 24×7 and working collectively by exploring every possible effort for the safe return of the two individuals.

He added, the Director General of Police, Manipur has been rushed to the spot and hoped that it will have a positive outcome.

The programme was also attended by Cabinet Ministers, Member of Parliament, MLAs, top civil and police officials and others.