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By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Dec 9

Inspector general of police (administration), S. Ibomcha said that stern action will be taken against the supporters of the indefinite total shutdown called by police constable candidate of 2013 batch.

Briefing media persons today at his office chamber at Manipur police head quarter, Babupara, Imphal Ibomcha said that during the earlier meeting with the constable candidates, the chief minister has not given any assurance of declaring the result by December 9.

As there is a case pending in the High Court regarding the recruitment, the government cannot give any comment regarding the DPC, he added.

As per the High Court order the enquiry commission of the case headed by retired justice, M. Binoy which also includes IGP, Clay Khongsai, additional director Education S, Lathe Kom, Nadakumar  of RMSA and ST/DGCR Amir Lal, has to submit an  enquiry report on January 22, continued the IGP.

Ibomcha appealed to all the people of the state not to support the bandh called by the constable candidate and asked the government officials to attend their works.

He informed that notice has been served to the concerned SPs of all the districts informing them to take stern action against the protester.

It is pertinent to note that the All Manipur DPC completed candidate of police constable, male batch 2013 has imposed an indefinite shutdown from mid-night of December 10 following the alleged failure from the part of the government to declare the recruitment result by December 5.

On the other hand, showing their solidarity, the All Manipur DPC Completed Candidate Recruitment of Police Constable Male 2016, in a press release informed to give their full support the total shutdown in Bishnupur district.

IMPHAL | Dec 9

The proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party KCP (MC – Progressive) said upon the arrival of International Human Rights day on December 10, the organisation sends blessings to the oppressed people of the state, to regain the power to reclaim their human rights.

A release signed by chairman Chingkhei said the people of Kangleipak had been turned into victims of human rights abuse even since the state fell into the clutches of colonial master India.  On December 10, 1948, it was declared by the United Nations General Assembly that every human being has the right to life, right to live in an independent society and economy, it said.  

The day is being observed by all as the international Human Rights Day, it continued.

In case of Manipur, its people are still suffering from human rights abuses still being inflicted by the colonial master, India, it alleged. The colonial India, even if she pretends to have love for the WESEA region, is still scheming for the complete obliteration of the indigenous people of WESEA, the release alleged. Moreover, the rights given by Indian constitution are like poison in the region, it added.   

The draconian law AFSPA, 1985 act allows the colonial forces to kill anybody on suspicion, it further said adding now they aim for making the WESEA region into a shield for India in case the country faces an attack from its neighbouring countries. The puppet government constantly puts a wedge in the relationship between hilly and valley people and turn them into enemies, the release alleged. The valley people are being seduced by festivals while the hilly people are being cajoled by packages.

Artificial festivals belonging to outsiders and non locals, which do not connect with the people, are being held countless times and have enchained the life of the people, it said.

Even if the people complain about the pathetic conditions of the roads, the puppet government has turned deaf ears, turning them into graveyards, it alleged. To subdue the production of local crops, rice has been distributed by the government cheaply on the price of Rs. 3 only, it added. 

To save oneself from the onslaught of the puppet government to obliterate the different communities of the state, one must know his rights as the only means of survival, it said. One’s rights must be decided by one’s language and script, faith, culture and traditions left by the ancestors, it said adding all should trace the origins of Kangleipak society and break the chains of the colonial India, to create a society safeguarded by one’s own human rights.

IMPHAL | Dec

Team of Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), a statutory body of ministry of Women and Child Development, government of India today called on Social Welfare and Cooperation minister Nemcha Kipgen at her office chamber at New Secretariat, Imphal to discuss on how to effectively promote legal adoption in Manipur.

The visiting team of CARA included its chairman, M. Ramchandra Reddy, OSD to chairman, Dr. Gundlapally Sreenu, members of its adoption committee, R.K. Pramodini and Annie Mangsatabam, amongst others who were part of the meeting.

Appreciating the visiting team for highlighting various concerns and issues to look into child adoption in Manipur, minister Nemcha Kipgen said that she deeply felt connected when it comes for the welfare of the children. She continued that children should be given much care and assured that whatever can be done from the side of state government, will be executed without much delay.

She also urged the team to initiate for the opening of the concern offices in the seven newly created districts so that children from every nook and corner will not be deprived of their basic rights.

The minister further assured that all the concern stakeholders like District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) and Child Welfare Committee (CWC) will soon be placed at the same office venue.

Nemcha stated that she felt privileged to interact with the team and also lauded Union cabinet minister for Women and Child Development, Maneka Gandhi, for initiating the progressive meeting for the welfare of the children of the state.

It may be mentioned that CARA is designated as the central authority to deal with inter-country adoptions in accordance with the provisions of the Hague Convention on Inter-country Adoption, 1993, ratified by government of India in 2003. It primarily deals with adoption of orphan, abandoned and surrendered children through its associated or recognised adoption agencies.

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KANGPOKPI | Dec 9

In a shocking incident, today an expectant mother was allegedly denied delivery at CHC, district hospital, Kangpokpi, over incomplete documents.

Lhingjoujam Lotzem (20), wife of Kamminlal Lotzem, a resident of Laikha was rushed to the district hospital, Kangpokpi, for a delivery case at around 11 pm. But she was allegedly denied service by the nurse on duty after the documents they had brought was reported to be incomplete.

They were also informed that an Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) had not accompanied along and that the pregnant mother had failed to undergo proper check-up during her pregnancy. Hence, such case cannot be accepted for delivery in the said hospital.

The sister-in-law of the expectant mother, Nengkhohoi admitted their ignorance and appealed for an appointment with a doctor, but she was denied.

Later, one of the doctors on duty examined the patient and gave an injection but still denied admission over the abovementioned factors.

The patient party having no alternate means halted the night at the hospital verandah till morning without any medical care on the part of the medical staffs and left in the morning with much disappointment.

The expectant mother reportedly delivered a baby at her sister’s residence while looking for alternative hospitals.

Speaking to media persons this afternoon at Kangpokpi, Nengkhohoi mentioned that as they stayed in the hospital verandah with the pregnant mother resting on the bench, they were hoping to get some hospitality and concern from the doctors and nurses, but none came to even inquire on them.

The family is worried about the child who has been born under such circumstance, and if any unfortunate incident befalls the child, the district hospital medical staff, particularly the doctors and nurses on duty will be held responsible, she added.

It was also reported that the nurse on duty is allegedly a substitute for another permanent nurse of the hospital and apparently many critical delivery cases as cited at CHC, Kangpokpi, had been referred to other hospitals. Mobile court was organised today at Jiribam district.

IMPHAL | Dec 9

Education, Labour and Employment minister, Thokchom Radheshyam has addressed that improvement of relationship between the doctors and patients is highly required for a better progressive functioning in the health sector.

The minister was speaking at the inauguration of the 33rd All Manipur Medical Conference (AMAMECON 2017), organised by the Indian Medical Association Manipur State Branch (IMA-MSB) at IMA Hall, Lamphelpat under the theme ‘Depression – Let’s Talk’.

Radheshyam said that every doctor hopes to fulfil the needs and requirements of the patients but at times things go out of hand. However, patients always feel that the sickness and worries will be cured once they reach doctor. They have high expectations on doctors, he added.

He continued that an act of kindness is a necessity to convince and console someone who is in need of care. Today’s conference is an opportunity to introspect and analyse various issues of patients and doctors and to overcome it for better functioning in the future, he added.

The minister further expressed his gratefulness on Manipur being in third position in the ranking of ‘Best Health Sector’ in a November edition of India Today magazine. The credit goes to the doctors and all those involved in the medical service, he added.

Describing the tremendous contribution of IMA, chairman of MANIDCO and MANITRON, Dr. Y. Radheshyam said that health is much more important than wealth and without good health there can be no progress, development and prosperity. He continued that depression is a major mental problem affecting the mood and function of an individual hampering the work progress, productivity and harmony of the family and the society. The conference will help in addressing the problem by looking ways and means of a cure, he added.

In the inaugural function, Dr. G. Sharat Sharma was felicitated and it was also attended by president of IMA-MSB, Dr. Kh. Sulochana Devi, chairman of Reception Committee, Dr. Brogen Singh Akoijam, along with other medical professionals and students.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Dec 9

Principal of Lilong Haoreibi College, Lilong Ushoipokpi, Thoubal district, Md. Sahidur Rahman has clarified in a press meet held today at Manipur Press Club that the allegation made by student’s union of the college is baseless.

He stated that four college secretaries have already been expelled from the union for faking his signature and withdrawing Rs. 5 lakhs from the college fund. They also tried to withdraw Rs. 1 crore of MOBC scholarship by making fake signature without the consent of college authority, he added.

He also said that there is video proof of the culprits making fake signature of him and anyone can see the clip in the principal’s office.

‘Neither I have misused any college fund nor taken any extra fees at the time of verification of the scholarship form’, said Sahidur.

The principal strongly condemned the false allegation against him without proper evidence and stated that it is true that there is college fund at UBI Thoubal branch but the college also has its fund at other banks.

The college has two clerical staff and during the time of admission, other staffs were assigned to collect money in order to make the payment of fees easier, he added.

The college authority found that 130 students were given admission through fake signature of the principal.

The principal has released an order to expel the secretaries of the student union under article 16 (A), and they were identified as, general secretary, Md. Sabir Ahamed, magazine secretery, Md. Mutaveer Ahamed, finance secretary, Md. Sulpha, debate and extension secretary Md. Nurul Hassan and social and culture secretary, Kh. Asif Khan.

They have no power to use letter head, identity card and office seal, and an FIR has been filed against the students for further investigation, said Sahidur.

IMPHAL | Dec 8

Condemning against the non-declaration of the result for the recruitment of police constable male 2013 batch, Joint action committee against All Manipur D.P.C. completed re-recruitment candidate of police constable, male batch 2013 has decided to start agitations and called for indefinite total shut down of the State since mid-night of December 10.

Speaking to media person chairman of said organisation K. Jayanta Singh said that the chief minister N. Biren had assured them for the declaration of result on December 5. However, they have remain silent till today, he said.

We have been suffering from last five years. Now we are not in a position to bear the troubles any more. So we collectively decided to organise indefinite total shut down since midnight of December 10, he added.

However there is a relaxation to department of water, electricity, matter related to faith, emergency and medical services, he said.

From Our Correspondent

THOUBAL | Dec 8

The HDFC Bank Limited, Thoubal branch has successfully organised a one-day voluntary blood donation camp at its Thoubal Athokpam office. The programme was organised in collaboration with Blood Bank and Transfusion Unit, District Hospital, Thoubal.

District programme manager, National Health Mission Thoubal, Ch. Basanta Singh inaugurated the voluntary blood donation camp by cutting ribbon. M.O. i/c Blood Bank and Transfussion Unit, District Hospital Thoubal, Dr. L. Dorendro Singh and branch manager, HDFC Thoubal, Okram Arunkumar Singh also attended the function.

SO, HDFC Thoubal branch, Dinesh Singh stated that the blood donation camp was organised on the theme “They live when you give.” HDFC Thoubal had been organising  voluntary blood donation camp every year on December 8, promoting voluntary blood donation by the staffs and customers of the bank donating blood, to create awareness  to the general public, thereby saving the lives of people.

 There is no replacement of human blood and it is important for all of us to donate our blood so as to save the lives of those who need it. WBO, HDFC Thoubal, Salam Bikramjit Singh thanked the blood bank DH, Thoubal and District Health Society Thoubal for their contribution in making the programme a grand success.

 Altogether 17 (5 female and 12 male) staffs and customers of HDFC Bank Thoubal donated their blood voluntarily during the camp. Blood donor batch and donor cards were distributed to the blood donors by the officials.

IMPHAL | Dec 8

Chief minister, N. Biren Singh reiterated that the State’s territorial integrity would never be affected at any cost due to the final settlement of Naga issue.

He made the statement while speaking to media persons on the sidelines of a function held to distribute monetary aid under Manipur State Illness Assistance Fund at the Durbar Hall of Chief Minister’s Secretariat today.

It may be mentioned that he returned to Imphal from Kolkata today after meeting union home minister, Rajnath Singh on the issue yesterday.

The chief minister informed that he along with the chief ministers of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh had a discussion with the union home minister regarding the possible settlement of Naga issue.

He said that Rajnath Singh was simply trying to assess the concerns of these three states on the Naga issue.

From his side, the CM said he told Rajnath Singh that neither he nor the people of Manipur and the present state government would agree division of Manipur to bring a solution to the Naga issue.

1. Biren stated that he urged the home minister not to do anything which may disturb the oneness of hill and valley people who have been residing together harmoniously since time immemorial.

Stating that he also clearly conveyed to the home minister that people of Manipur would never accept alteration of territorial boundary of the State, the chief minister said that he also told Rajnath Singh that people’s will is the State Government’s will.

He further said that the chief ministers of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh also told the union minister that they would never endorse an agreement which may infringe on the territorial boundary of their respective States though they are ready to extend full support in settling the issue within the state of Nagaland.

IMPHAL | Dec 8

Chief minister, N. Biren distributed monetary aid worth Rs. 1,10,58,858 to 91 selected beneficiaries under Manipur State Illness Assistance Fund (MSIAF) at a simple ceremony held at Durbar Hall of Chief Minister’s Secretariat today.

The beneficiaries were selected from among the applications received between December 15, 2014 and February 2015.

Speaking on the occasion, the CM said that the government will provide medical re-imbursement up to Rs. 1.5 lakh to BPL families for medical treatment under MSIAF. He also said that the new government is giving prime focus to giving proper healthcare to the masses.

Biren said that large number of people have been visiting him on ‘Meeyamgi Numit’ and Hill ‘Leaders’ Day’ seeking help in meeting their medical expenses despite the existence of the scheme. In fact, the two days have been an eye opener for the new government as it provided vital information regarding people’s woes, he added.

The government has also designed a new scheme known as ‘Hakshelgi Tengbang’ for medical and health care of poor families. The scheme would provide cashless medical treatment to poor families, he added.

For critical diseases like cancer, neuro, kidney, heart, burns, liver and neo-natal, the scheme would provide a cashless medical cover up to Rs 2 lakh per family, said N. Biren.

Informing that the open tender or e-tender for the new scheme had already been floated and implementing agencies have been shortlisted, the CM mentioned that the scheme is likely to be launched in January next year.

3. Biren continued that actions will be taken against any official who delay more than 24 hours in handing over monetary aid to the beneficiaries who had already been selected under the new scheme ‘Chief Ministergi Shotharabasingi Tengbang’, which was launched recently on December 3.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Dec 8

The North East Peoples’ Vision 2040 has resolved to pressure the Central government to revoke all MoUs signed during the two days North East Development Submits, 2017 with various companies and countries for the mining of oil, uranium, and other natural resources found in North Eastern states.

The one-day North East Peoples’ Vision 2010 held today at the Classic Hotel, Imphal, was organised by North East Dialogue Forum to reflect and rethink alternative development perspectives in the North East.

The meeting expressed concerns over the recent flood in Manipur and Nagaland that cost the lives of more than 150 villagers and destroyed thousands of hectares of paddy crop, on account of the release of water from Ranganadi Hydro Power Project without warning, and the impounding of flood water by Ithai barrage of the Loktak Project.

The meeting also said the Ithai barrage has caused submergence of more than 83 thousands hectares of paddy land.

The meeting also resolved that the Central government should decommission Ranganadi Hydro Power Project and Loktak Project and revoke all the MoUs signed to build dams in river of North East.

Expressing concerned over the imposition of AFSPA-1958 in North East , where security forces routinely commit gross human rights violation like rape, murder, extrajudicial execution, enforced disappearances of captives and many more, it has decided to urge the Central government to repeal AFSPA immediately.

It stated that many children below five years of South West Khasi Hill area in Meghalaya are reportedly hospitalised every month and more than 100 children were born deformed as a result of uranium mining in their backyard.

The meeting resolved to urge the Central government to form an SIT to conduct a study on Criminal Justice System in North East with regards to criminal cases and violence against women under the climate of impunity introduced by AFSPA.

It further stated that they will demand compensation and psychosocial support for women victims of violence under the AFSPA.

The resolution also strongly urged that India and other nations to ratify the Nuclear non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) and the UN treaty to prohibit unclear weapons. Nuclear energy programme should be even considered as alternative energy, the meeting said.

Later Anthony Debbarma from Tripura, P.B.M. Busaiucomoit from Meghalaya and U. Nabakishore from Manipur who attended the meeting as presidium members disclosed that the adopted resolutions will be submitted to Prime Ministe, Narendra Modi, Ministries of Mining and Atomic Energy, all the chief ministers of North East states and to the concerned embassies of different countries in New Delhi for appropriate action.

IMPHAL | Dec 8

Union Minister for Road, Transport, Highways, Shipping and Water Resources Nitin Gadkari inaugurated today the two day national conference “New Technology for Road Construction” attended by Works Ministers of all States. PWD, Manipur Minister Thongam Biswajit Singh also attended the conference.

During the inaugural function, the Union Minister said Manipur’s connectivity including waterways will be improved using new technologies for road constructions at the earliest.

The Union Minister said construction and development of new roads will not only improve the State’s economy but at the same time bring closer the villages which will eventually encourage the feeling of oneness among the people.

He continued officials from Union Ministries will be sent to Manipur to identify the State’s sinking zones and use new technologies to put Manipur among the developed States of the country.

During the conference, the Union Minister also instructed Manipur Works Minister Thongam Biswajit Singh to identify suitable sites for setting up of cement concrete plants for the National Highways in Manipur.

The first day of the conference was also attended by PWD, Manipur chief engineer Temba and ADB director Y. Joykumar from the State.

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IMPHAL | Dec 8

MLA of Jiribam, Ashab Uddin said during first districthood day observation of Kangpokpi and Jiribam held today at Manipur Press Club, Majorkhul that the state had announced Jiribam and Kangpokpi as new districts but the government has underestimated the need for infrastructure development.

The observation was jointly organised by Joint Observation Committee of Kangpokpi and Jiribam.

He further said, though Jiribam district has been announced as a new district, people are facing problems due to lack of development for the infrastructure. He appreciates the civil society organisations who took the movement for demanding Jiribam as new district and those who were ready to sacrifices their lives in the movement.

But with the coming of new government in the state people can make some progress. The chief minister also assured to bring development at the earliest, he added. He further said the main problem in the district is that there are no government offices though it has achieved districthood. And there is lack of development in the infrastructure of hospital, health centres, education sectors and the people are also facing problems of not having district transport office (DTO).

Ashab said people need to go at Imphal if they want to update their driving licenseand registration of vehicles due to lack of DTO in the district. Due to improper infrastructure, jail criminals are sent to Imphal which is causing the police personnel to face severe problems. Ashab demanded the state to establish a DTO and construct a jail in the district urgently in order to avoid many issues.

He appealed to establish a truck terminus in the district for which Chandrapur would be a right place for the construction. As Jiribam is just next to the neighbouring state, the state will take necessary steps for the welfare of state economy, Ashab added.

Former convenor of Joint Action Committee on Sadar Hills District Demand Committee, Nehkhothang Kipgen said before the announcement of Kangpokpi as new district, people of Sadar hills have been demanding for a new district since 1975. During that movement, people had sacrificed their life and they are now honoured, he added.

The government had announced seven new districts but if the government failed to bring in development, then there is no use for creating new districts, Kipgen claimed.

Former convenor of Joint Action Committee on Jiribam District Demand Committee, Wangkheimayum Dinesh Meitei said the new districts need development and though Jiribam has potential for production of rubber, tea and many fruits, the government failed to bother about the development of infrastructure.

In the district, people are facing hardships regarding transport system and with the lack of District Rural Development Agencies programme there is less welfare for the people. He appealed the state to take necessary steps for the new district to bring development in the infrastructure for the welfare of people, Dinesh added.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Dec 8

The High Court of Manipur directed the chief secretary, R.R. Rashmi and the director general of police, L.M. Khaute to submit their statements in regards to violation of the court’s order on ban on earth excavation work at hillsides and deforestation in reserved forest area.

The matter has been put up by the registry on the basis of the certain newspaper reports that in spite of the court’s order issued on August 30 prohibiting deforestation and quarrying in hills areas, such activities are still taking place.

The division bench of the High Court, acting chief justice, N. Kotiswar viewing that if such violations have been taking place, it becomes a serious concern and the court expects the state authorities to take appropriate steps.

The court observed that it would be appropriate for the chief secretary and DGP be also made respondents in the PIL case.

Earlier on August 30, division bench of the High Court comprising of acting chief justice N. Kotiswar and justice K. Nobin had passed an interim order banning cutting down of trees from the reserved forest areas as well as excavation of hills for any purpose without the permission of the court.

The order was passed in accordance with a PIL filed by the chairman of the Safe Environment Campaign Committee, Heingang, Mutum Inaobi Singh of Heingang Makha Leikai before the High Court of Manipur on August 28 against the State of Manipur and Union of India.

The court has decided the next hearing of the PIL will be on December 18.

IMPHAL | Dec 8

The Yambem Farmers Club Yambem Yairipok said 18 thousand bundles of hay stalks and materials required for mushroom farming being kept at Iroi lok under Andro assembly constituency was destroyed with fire by unknown miscreants on December 5.

The hay stalks and vermicompost were kept under the department of horticulture and soil conservation, government of Manipur with the aim of producing more mushrooms, a release said.

While the farmers were visiting other farms to collect hay, the hay stalks and vermicompost were torched by unknown miscreants destroying value worth of Rs. 60 -70 thousands, it said.

Yambem Farmers’ Club have appealed not to repeat such reckless act, which looks down upon the farmers and ignores the works taken up by the government, in the future, it further said. Instead of committing such shameful actions, they should join in the works taken up by the government and they are warmly welcomed, it added. 

IMPHAL | Dec 8

Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution minister, Karam Shyam expressed the need for exploring an alternative mode of transportation of LPG and POL products in to Manipur and made functional.

He was speaking during the review meeting on marketing Infrastructure and Availability of Petroleum Products in North Eastern Region at Guwahati.

He further said the state government is keen to invite exploration of petroleum products and natural gas so that revenue may be generated and shared employment opportunities are being tapped as envisioned in the Vision Document. He also said as outlined in the vision document, doubling oil and gas by 2030, making clean fuels accessible, fast tracking projects, generating employment opportunities and promoting cooperation with neighbouring countries are commendable goals.

Stating that North Eastern Region is blessed with hydrocarbons resources, hydropower besides being a biodiversity hotspot, he said the only major hurdle stopping the economic growth of the region is the inability to translate the potential into corresponding realities.

He also said it is high time that the natural resources of the North Eastern Region are harnessed in a concerted manner under the framework of Hydrocarbon Vision 2030. With the expected completion of railway project by 2019, the Malom depot will be fed by rail and the transportation infrastructure bottlenecks due to bad road conditions will be over, he said.  Seeking attention of the Union Govt to complete the Railway Project in a time bound manner, the Minister said completion of the project on time is highly critical, he added.

The state government has taken initiative to acquire 26 acres of land for development of railway siding including Tank Truck parking at Malom Depot of IOC, he continued. He said for transportation of LPG and POL there is a need for establishing pipeline connectivity. Stating that the state government will provide adequate support, he urged the Union Govt to expedite a) Guwahati – Lumding – Imphal Product Pipeline b) Numaligarh – Dimapur – Imphal – Moreh Product Pipeline c) Numaligarh – Dimapur – Imphal Product Pipeline.

Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, all Consumers Affairs and Public Distribution ministers of NE states and other officials attended the Review Meeting on Marketing Infrastructure and Availability of Petroleum Products in North Eastern Region.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Nov 17

The department of veterinary and animal husbandry has allegedly conducted the DPC for the recruitment of 22 veterinary officers (VO) (Grave-IV) in the wake of a standing order of the High Court not to declare the result of the said examination conducted by the Manipur Public Service Commission (MPSC).

It is learnt that the DPC was conducted on the night of December 4 last, just five days after a legal notice was served to the principal secretary and director of the concerned department not to go ahead with the decisions of the state cabinet with regards to the regularization and reinstatnement of then 37 contract employees who were engaged on contract basis during the year 199 to 2002. It has been informed that the contract of the 37 individuals was terminated in the year 2003.

In 2015, the All Manipur Unemployed Veterinary Doctors Association (AMUVDA) filed a case with the High Court (HC) for the direct recruitment of the 59 vacant posts through Manipur Public Service Commissioned and not to engage or re-engage veterinary officers on contract basis after the ban is being lifted.

The High Court had given the directive to the state government for early consideration of the unemployed VOs she said.

Subsequently, the state cabinet gave its approval to lift the direct recruitment ban of Vety. & AH dept. and fill up the 59 vacant posts of VOs directly through MPSC.

But to the surprised of the association the previous government in violation of HC directive took a cabinet decision to put up only 22 posts instead of 59 posts.

Left with no choice the AMUVDA further filed a case challenging the advertisement (dated July 5, 2017) inviting application for recruitment to 22 VOs.

While the HC reportedly stayed the MPSC examination result in response to the said petition, the veterinary department allegedly conducted the DPC for the recruitment of 22 VO clandestinely on the night of December 4. The matter was also listed for further hearing on December 4 but later deferred to another date.

The move has raised concern amongst the aggrieved petitioners who has been relentlessly fighting for their demands. AMUVDA had also submitted several memorandums to the successive governments in connection with their demands.

From Our Correspondent

THOUBAL | Dec 8

BJP Heirok Mandal under the supervision of Bharatiya Janata Party, Thoubal district, organised a one- day political conference at the community hall of Umang Laikol at Heriok Part I today.

MLA, Wangjing-Tentha assembly constituency, Paonam Brojendro said the ideas of the Prime Minster, Narendra Modi is worth following. He is one of the world leaders now, he said. The reception of the prime minister held at Isarel with a red carpet is something the former prime ministers have never received, he added.  

He has introduced many schemes and projects for providing employment to the educated youths of India. When taken from the perspective of the context of Manipur, the works and deeds taken up by the chief minister, N. Biren is truly satisfying, he said.  The relation between and hill and valley is now closer, he said adding the government run by CM Biren is heading towards progress and development.

Stating that a politician must be able to adapt to the changing times, he expressed his finding satisfaction while working under the chief minister. He also praised the residents of Heirok for choosing the better candidate in the election.

The speakers in the conference, mainly the leaders of BJP state unit, especially Dr. Nimaichand Luwang, professor Tiken, Saratkumar Sharma, Sarda Devi and the former president, BJP state unit, Santikumar Sharma expressed that the congress party’s making up an issue out the framework agreement  in order to make political gains was unfortunate. Allegations were also made in the conference that congress party was the one that actually challenged the territorial integrity of Manipur.

The leaders in the conference also spoke in details about the various schemes and projects of the Prime Minister and laid down several rules and regulations of the party.  

 The occasion attended by the workers of BJP from several areas of Thoubal was attended by president, BJP Thoubal district, L. Deben as president. The presidents of the other mandals and candidates of the previous election also took part in the conference.

IMPHAL | Dec 8

State paid homage to Rajarshi Bhagyachandra Maharaja on his 219th Death Anniversary today. The closing function of his Death Anniversary was held today at the Auditorium of Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS) at Palace Compound in Imphal. Deputy chief minister Yumnam Joykumar Singh along with Arts & Culture Minister led the people to pay floral tribute to the portrait of the Maharaja. The closing function was organised by Nabadwip Shri Shri Anumahaprabhu Sebait Samity.

Speaking at the function, Deputy chief minister said, the political, religious and cultural thinking of Maharaja has to be remembered as it has the relevance and importance in the present day society. It is because of his contribution that Manipuri culture can occupy a place in the world.

He said, Hinduism is not only a religion but also a way of life. Being one of the oldest religions in the world, it survives for so long as it can absorb new things from time to time. Recalling the contributions made by the Maharaja in the field of culture, Joykumar said, we should appreciate his work in the development of Manipuri Culture especially in Ras Leela and Sankritan.  Being a good ruler and also a good follower of God, he built many temples in the State and even in the State of West Bengal i.e in Nabadwip, he added.

Art & Culture Minister L. Jayantakumar Singh said, Rajarshi Bhagyachandra may be considered as the Guru of all time with respect to Manipuri cultural activities. He said, to recollect and to revive his cultural activities would be true tribute to the departed soul. We are proud of his contribution nowadays, he added. Jayantakumar also appealed the members of Nabadwip Shri Shri Anumahaprabhu Sebait Samity to co-operate with the Government in the development of Maharaja’s Cultural Contributions.

1. Subhaschandra Singh, MLA also spoke on the importance of Maharaja’s contribution in the development of Manipuri Culture. H. Guneshwore Sharma, former Chairperson of Imphal Municipal Council also attended the closing function as Special Guest. Office bearers of the Samity and peoples from different backgrounds also attended the function.

IMPHAL | Dec 8

Teachers and students of Birmangol College, Sawombung today staged a sit-in protest against threat to the college principal by a militant group at the college premise.

Speaking to media persons, former secretary of the college student’s union, Y. Ajitkumar said that the students of the college are feeling unsecured due to the threat by militant group, KCP Chingkhei Progressive. The militant group ordered for indefinite shutdown of the college and also warned that the teachers and students should be responsible for any outcome if they attend the college, he added.

He appealed the militant group to withdraw the shutdown concerning the career of the students and innocent teachers.