Manipur government releases Rs 5.88 crore in festive assistance to 58,863 displaced persons

PTI, Nov 8, 2026, Imphal: The Manipur government has released Rs 5.88 crore from the state emergency fund as special festive assistance to 58,863 eligible internally displaced persons (IDPs) on the occasion of Diwali and Ningol Chakouba, an official statement said.

An amount of Rs 1,000 each was disbursed to the beneficiaries through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) on Sunday, it said.

The funds were transferred to the designated accounts of deputy commissioners in 10 districts — Imphal West, Churachandpur, Imphal East, Thoubal, Ukhrul, Kakching, Kangpokpi, Tengnoupal, Jiribam and Bishnupur — recently.

The deputy commissioners have been directed to ensure timely disbursement of the assistance to eligible beneficiaries after due verification, the statement added.

The IDP community expressed gratitude to the government led by Y Khemchand Singh for extending the financial assistance during the festive season.

Singh also extended his greetings and best wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of Diwali and Ningol Chakouba.

Ningol Chakouba is a traditional festival of the Meitei community that celebrates the bond of love between married women and their paternal families.

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