Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh distributed Rs 1 lakh each to 26 chronically ill IDPs at a relief camp in Imphal to support their medical treatment.
Imphal, July 6: Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Monday distributed financial assistance of ?1 lakh each to 26 internally displaced persons (IDPs) suffering from chronic illnesses, reaffirming the Manipur government's commitment to supporting those affected by the ongoing ethnic conflict.
The assistance was provided during a programme held at the Manipur Trade Expo Centre Relief Camp at Lamboikhongnangkhong in Imphal West district, where the beneficiaries are currently residing. The financial aid is intended to help IDPs undergoing treatment for serious ailments, including kidney disease and cancer.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said the government has been extending financial assistance to internally displaced persons to provide some relief during difficult times, adding that those suffering from chronic diseases require special attention and support.
He said the latest disbursement should not be viewed as the end of the government's assistance, assuring that every possible help would continue to be extended to chronically ill IDPs in the future.
Interacted with the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) at Lamboi Khongnangkhong Relief Camp today and listened to their grievances and concerns in the presence of Hon’ble Rajya Sabha Member & BJP Manipur State President, Smt. Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi Ji, Hon’ble MLA, and senior… pic.twitter.com/cmptoljkxc
— Khemchand Yumnam (@YKhemchandSingh) July 6, 2026
Khemchand Singh said the decision to provide financial assistance was taken with the hope of easing the hardships faced by displaced families, many of whom continue to endure the emotional and economic burden of being unable to return to their homes.
"It is unfortunate that people are unable to live in their own homes," he said, adding that the prevailing situation has forced many families to remain away from their native places for an extended period.
Speaking at the programme, Rajya Sabha MP Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi announced that women staying at the relief camp would be provided weaving machines and assistance for other livelihood-related activities to help them become economically self-reliant.
The programme was attended by Kumbi MLA Sanasam Premchandra Singh, Deputy Commissioner of Imphal West Mayanglambam Rajkumar Singh, government officials, and residents of the relief camp.
The distribution of medical assistance forms part of the state government's ongoing relief measures for internally displaced persons affected by the conflict in Manipur.
