Manipur Mail – Page 242

Election promises

Chief Minister, O Ibobi Singh promised at least 18 hours of power daily if Congress returns to power. Speaking during the 126th foundation day of the largest and the oldest political party the Indian National Congress today at Congress Office, Chief Minister Ibobi was at his best. He admitted that the government was focussing on non productive infrastructure development during the last ten years of his regime. The developments taken up by the SPF government were centred around construction of government offices specially Assembly and Secretariat. Other government establishments like education faced a dark phase with close down of many educational institutes. The first medical centre known as the District Hospital in the heart of the city was demolished to construct market complex. He seems to have taken a break to think what has not been done and what wrongs were done. Two hours of electricity during office hours has let to complete downfall of small time businesses and all entrepreneurs who required power were left with no option but to sleep during the peak hours. We have less valuable time. We all need electricity, communications. The election promises are lengthy and if properly implemented it will bring a new Manipur bereft of violence and disturbances. He admitted one issue, it is not possible for people sitting in New Delhi to know the ground reality. All political parties will be releasing their manifesto soon but the manifesto of the Congress party is important. Employment generation, giving boost to the much needed agro based industries and discussing the insurgency at the core level which were promised were never addressed. Development of infrastructure which benefitted the political and the executive classes were taken up galore. Policies to benefit the poor were sidelined. We hope the Congress party will do what is best for the people and the mindset which the leaders have before the elections remain the mindset even after the elections. Different wave lengths at different times make it hard for people to get the full fruit of democracy.

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AR apprehends four ug cadres and one foreigner

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Imphal, Dec 28: Troops of 27Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under HQ IGAR (S) launched operation in general area Wabagai Kadajit of Thoubal district and apprehended two UGs cadres on 28 Dec 2011. The apprehendees were identified as No. 2583, SS Pte Yumnam Romesh Singh alias Nanao, 32 years, s/o Y Ibomcha, r/o Longmaidong Mamang Boroi Makhong (PLA) and No. 770 SS Sgt Akoijam chaoba Meitei alias Khamba alias Atomba, 31 years, s/o Late Yasikul Meitei, r/o Wabagai Kadajit (UNLF).
Similarly, discovering the movement of UG cadres in general area Potshangpbam of Ukhrul district, troops of 23 Assam Rifles of 10 Sector under HQ IGAR (S) alongwith a team of 6/8 GR launched joint operation in the area and apprehended one KYKL cadre on 28 Dec 2011. The apprehendee was identified as No.012, Batch No. 01, SS Pvt Mutum Thoibi Singh alias Maimu, 42 years, s/o M Babu Singh, r/o Potshangpbam, Bishnupur. The apprehendee was handed over to Bishnupur Police Station.
In yet another incident, troops of 42 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector and 27 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under HQ IGAR (South) launched joint operation in general area Kakching and apprehended one UNLF cadre on 28 Dec 2011. The apprehendee was identified as Army No. 408, SS Cpl Elangbam sanjoi alias Malem Thomba, 35 years, s/o Elangbam Manglem, r/o Chairen Meikekhai, Sugnu, Thoubal. The apprehendee was handed over to Kakching Police station.
Later, troops of 31 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector under HQ IGAR(South) apprehended one Bangladeshi National from general area Khudengthabi of Chandel district on 27 Dec 2011. The apprehendee was identified as Titu Ali, 42 years, s/o Sahadat Ali, r/o Dampar, Shimpura, Kisharganja (Bangladesh) and was handed over to Moreh Police station.

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CBI files a closure report in a case relating to death of Swami Nigmanand

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Imphal, Dec 28: The Central Bureau of Investigation today filed a Closure Report in the in the Court of Special Magistrate, CBI, Dehradun in the Case relating to the death of Swami Nigamananda in Uttarakhand.
Detailed investigation by the CBI revealed that there was no case of poisoning. The technical, clinical, medical investigation has concluded that the cause of death was malnutrition leading to Wernike’s Encephalopathy and associated complications due to prolonged fasting. Chemical analysis of the viscera of Swami Nigamanand did not detect any poison including Organo phosporous poison.
A medical board headed by experts from AIIMS was constituted to examine the cause of death of Swami Nigmanand. The board also heard a representative of the complainant ,doctors who treated late Swami Nigmanand in different hospitals in Haridwar and Dehradun, as well as, those who performed first and second postmortem on Swami Nigmanand were also invited by the board. After an in depth analysis and detailed deliberations the medical board concluded that the cause of death was malnutrition leading to “Wernike’s Encephalopathy and associated complications due to prolonged fasting”. The medical board also concluded that there were no clinical and postmortem evidences supportive of any poisoning including Organo Phosphorus poisoning as alleged in the complaint. Also no evidences came on record showing nexus between the suspected persons named in the FIR.
Swami Nigmanand had gone on fast for 73 days from 20-01-2008 for stopping mining, quarrying and crushing in the Kumbh area. He again sat on fast to protest against the orders of Hon’ble High Court of Uttarakhand from 19-02-2011 to 27-04-2011 during which he was daily under medical check up and after that although he was continuously under medical care he expired on 13-06-2011.
A complaint was lodged on 11.05.2011 with Inspector Kotwali, Haridwar alleging that a doctor of a Haridwar Hospital in criminal conspiracy with the Proprietor of a stone crushing company attempted to kill Swami Nigmanand of Matri Sadan by getting administered poison through an unknown nurse during his treatment in the District Hospital, Haridwar. Later on it was also alleged that poison was given in the ambulance while Swami Nigmanand was being transferred from District Hospital, Haridwar to Doon Hospital, Dehradun.
CBI had registered this Case under section 120B read with 302 IPC on the request of State Government.

Man held with arms at Congress office

Police arrested a worker of K. NInghemjao, an aspirant candidate of Congress (I) in the ensuing state assembly election from Andro A/C along with a nine mm pistol at the gate of congress Bhavan this morning around 10.10 a.m. The incident took place when the aspirant candidate along with his workers were coming to congress Bhavan to attend the 126th foundation day of INC today. The arrested was identified s Md. Habibur Rahman alias Mangi (38), Yairipok Tulihal Awang Leikai. During preliminary investigation, the arrested disclosed that he got the gun from a former cadre of PLA identified as Sanasam Rajbihari of Thangmeiband Hijam Dewan Leikai today.

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MDPF manifesto released

The manisfesto of Manipur Democratic Peopl’s Front (MDPF) was released at a function held at the residence of its president, Dr. Gurumayum Tonsana Sharma at Lairikyengbam makha Leikai today.
The party president Dr. Tonsana Sharma, former CE, PWD taking part in the release function said, the party was formed as regional one and it will solve the problems of Manipur. If we can unite, we can do whatever we like. Although India is a democratic country, there is some discrimination or ill treated among various communities. When we go to New Delhi, the people of the area looked dawn us.

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Four involved in killing father and son surrender to police

Four persons involved in the killing of Soram Ibomcha, Chawkidar of Irilbung water supply scheme and his son, Yaipu surrendered before police.
These surrendered were Takhellambam Jiban (30), Takhellambam Sakhenba (26), Takhellambam Radhabinod (24), Sandrok Mamang Leikai Keisam Tenden (28) Sandrok Awang Leikai.
Another culprit, Takhellambam Romen alias Ro meo is yet to surrender before.

Hill Journalists Union demands apology

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Imphal, Dec 27: In connection with the unbecoming altercation between TN Haokip, IPR Minister and the Manipur Hill Journalists Union (MHJU) team led by its President Th Thangzalian on the 19th of December, 2011 between 1 to 2pm, the Union resolved in a meeting held at Lamka Press Club today that a written ultimatum should be served to the concerned Minister through the press to tender his apology to the MHJU within 48 hours in the printed media.
When the MHJU President met the minister at his office in Imphal in connection with a proposed Internal Press Tour -cum- Refresher Course to Moreh Trade Centre, Manipur, the concerned minister allegedly unbecoming of his position, refused to entertain the MHJU team and used abusing language. He allegedly further said to the team that ‘the Union should not approach and talk to him in regards to any MHJU matters’. The Union, representing all the press institutions in the hills of Manipur, was taken aback and strongly condemned the insults to the press by no less than a minister in the IPR department and have no alternative but to impose a boycott on the minister until or unless he tender his apology within the stipulated time.
The MHJU wondered why TN Haokip, being a representative of the people and a minister in the Information and Public Relations Department, Manipur should conduct himself towards a press organization.

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Political parties should discuss corruption issue sans political motive : PM

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New Delhi, Dec 27: Following is the text of the Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh’s statement in Lok Sabha made while intervening during the debate on the Lokpal Bill today:
On corruption, our Government like none before has taken decisive steps. In the last one year, we have been working on certain landmark legislations. The Right of Citizens for Time Bound Delivery of Goods and Services and Redressal of their Grievances Bill, 2011, is before this House. The Public Interest Disclosure and Protection to Persons Making the Disclosures Bill, 2011, and the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Bill, 2011, awaits your approval. The Judicial Standards and Accountability Bill, 2010, has already been cleared by the Standing Committee and awaits Government’s consideration.
The Electronic Delivery of Services Bill, 2011, is being introduced which will ensure that essential public services are electronically delivered at the doorstep of the citizen. These are landmark and unprecedented legislations. On the administrative side, our Government seeks to streamline decision making consistent with the principles of transparency and accountability. We are formulating public policy measures on procurement. A Group of Ministers has recommended elimination of discretion in administrative matters where possible. This is work in progress. We began with the Right to Information Act. We will not end the fight against corruption with the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Bill.
Corruption is corruption whether in the Union or in the States. It has no legislative colour. I urge leaders of all parties to rise above partisan politics to demonstrate to the people of India that this House means business in its effort to combat corruption. All of us are party to the resolution reflecting the sense of the House in which we committed to establish Lokayuktas in the States along with the Lokpal. We would be in breach of the promise that this House made to the nation if we do not provide for the mechanism of the Lokayuktas by taking recourse to citing articles of the Constitution as impediments. Such a course of action should not derail the sense of the House .
The Central Government is responsible for providing a limited number of public services directly to the citizen. The real problem lies in the domain of State Governments where the aam aadmi feels the pinch of petty corruption on a daily basis. It is for this reason that Group C and Group D employees have been brought within the ambit of Lokayuktas in States.
Local as well as State authorities are charged with providing essential services to the common man. It is here that the bane of corruption needs to be combated. Water, electricity, municipal services, land records, policing, transport, ration shops are but a few examples of essential services provided by State and Local authorities that affect the life of the aam aadmi. Setting up of Lokayuktas in States will go a long way in addressing the sense of frustration that is reflected in the anger that we see around us.
We believe that the CBI should function without interference through any Government dictat. But no institution and no individual, howsoever high he may be, should be free from accountability. All institutional structures must be consistent with our Constitution.
Today we are given to believe that a Government that is directly elected by the people and accountable to it cannot be trusted but a body that will not derive its legitimacy from the people directly or be accountable to it could be trusted to wield its immense powers with honour and trust. No entity should be created inconsistent with our constitutional framework and charged with onerous executive responsibilities without any accountability. In the ultimate analysis, all institutions within the framework of the Constitution are accountable to Parliament and Parliament alone. In our enthusiasm to enact this law we must not falter. I believe that the CBI should function independently of the Lokpal. I also believe that the CBI should function independently of the Government. But independence does not mean absence of accountability. We have, therefore, proposed a process of appointment of the CBI Director which involves the Prime Minister, the Chief Justice of India or his nominee and the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. None should have doubts about the integrity of this process. As far as the issue of CBI functioning under the Lokpal is concerned, my Government believes that this would create an executive structure outside Parliament which is accountable to none. This is anathema to sound constitutional principles. I believe that the Bill which is now before the House contains a judicious blend of functional autonomy and accountability of the CBI.
In the course of this debate, the bureaucracy has been at the receiving end. While I agree that public functionaries must be above board and that delinquents must be dealt with expeditiously and decisively, I must express my deep appreciation for many a public servant who have shown exemplary integrity in discharging their functions in an environment of distrust. I don’t think all public functionaries need to be painted with the same brush just as all politicians should not be presumed to be corrupt. We must not throw the baby out with the bath water. Without a functional, efficient administrative system, no Government can deliver for its people.
Let us not supplant the system with one in which the public servants will hesitate to fearlessly record what they think and in that process endanger the very soul of good governance. In judging the conduct of public servants, we must not lose sight of the need to distinguish genuine and honest mistakes in the discharge of their duties from patently illegal acts. Very often our public servants have to take decisions under conditions of uncertainty. The future being inherently uncertain, it is possible that an action which ex ante appears to be rational may ex post turn out to be faulty. Our systems of reward and punishment must not lose sight of this fact.
All systems of governance must be based on trust. It is the people’s trust that we in Government reflect and protect. Rampant distrust of all authority imperils the foundations of democracy. Our polity with its enormous size and diversity can only be held together when we put our faith and trust in institutions that we have carefully built over the years. The power of the electorate is the ultimate authority which brings accountability to our democratic institutions. In endangering democracy, we will only be unleashing the forces of chaos where reason will give way to emotion.
We are creating something for the future in response to the inadequacies of the present. We have to be mindful of the pitfalls when we look into the future. Let us not create something that will destroy all that we cherish – all in the name of combating corruption. Let us remember that the road to hell is paved with good intentions.

Public hearing on 29

MNS: The next Public Hearing before the Committee on Re-organization of Administrative and Police District Boundaries in the State will be held on 29-12-2011 at 3:00 p.m. in the Office Chamber of the Chief Secretary, Manipur in the Old Secretariat.
The Committee shall hear the following organizations in its next meeting scheduled en 29-12-2011:-
1. Saiton Area Chiefs Organizat on, Churachandpur.
2. Liangmai Naga Council, Manipur, Tamei H.Q.
3. Khonglong Kabui Part-ll Village Authority, P.O. Langjing CRPF Camp.
4. United Voluntary Organization, Oinam, Bishnupur District.
The above listed organizations may contact Shri H. Balkrisna Singh, Under Secretary (Revenue), Government of Manipur for their confirmation to appear before the Committee.

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Plebiscite should not be used as an election agendum: Meghen

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Imphal, Dec 26: UNLF Chairman, RK Sanayaima today said plebiscite mooted by UNLF should not be used an election issue. He was produced at Guwahati before a Special Judge NIA Designated Court. India should work to have a peaceful environment in the region he added. Time has come for the people to unit. If a new government comes to power issue of plebiscite will not be an important issue and election is just a festival. There is no base camp of UNLF in other countries but only in Manipur he added.
There is no connection with Maoists he added. Blasts , surrender, home coming are all engineered by Assam Rifles, CRPF he alleged. Such actions aim to defame those who are committed in liberation struggle .

MPP, NCP, JD U vow to fight together on MPP foundation day

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Imphal, Dec 26: The 44th foundation day of Manipur People’s Party was held today at BOAT palace compound. Dr. Nimaichand Luwang, president MPP, O. Joy MLA, Radhabinod Koijam president NCP Manipur unit, Arun Kumar Srivastava national general secy Janata Dal United, Dr. L. Chandramani former deputy CM, Th. Chaoba former Union minister, L. Jatra ex minister, S. Umananda V.P spoke at the occasion. The leaders of women front and youth front MPP and many workers were present the occasion.
O. Joy said that the MPP has now completed 44 year. The party has its own ideology. To preserve the territorial integrity and boundary of Manipur are the main objectives of the party. The party had hold over three times in the state. The present board of secondary education Manipur, MU, RIMS, government polytechnic, spinning mill, MPSC, law commission double cropping and announcement of state holiday on 23rd April were the achievements of MPP he said .
The national party JD(U) also joined the pre poll alliance of MPP and NCP today. The MPP president has announced the joining of JD(U) to the alliance today.

New Church complex

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Imphal, Dec 26: On 26 Dec 2011, Maj Gen Binoy Poonnen, VSM, GOC 57 Mountain Division laid the foundation stone for construction of New Church Complex at Mayangkhang village under Senapati District. RK Luikang, Chairman Mayangkhang village gave welcome speech .
This was followed by a colourful choreography which was presented by ladies of local women society and school children of Sunday school. Maj Gen Binoy Poonnen while addressing the locals impressed on need for co-operation among the locals and security forces for peace and development in the area. He also said that Army and Assam Rifles will continue with their efforts to bring peace in the region and will always support such endeavours for the betterment of the people.
The 5 Assam Rifles under the aegis of Headquarters 59 Mountain Brigade of the Red Shield Division, organised a handover ceremony at 59 Mountain Brigade Headquarters, Senapati on 26 Dec 2011. The event was graced by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 57 Mountain Division, Major General Binoy Poonnen, VSM, General Officer Commanding (GOC) Red Shield Division. The handover ceremony was organised to handover two computers with computer tables and chairs alongwith musical equipment to RK Orphanage, Natzang Colony, Senapati and two solar street lights and two hand held solar lights to Emmisiphro Village, Senapati. Speaking on the occasion the General Officer emphasized upon the need for taking up community development projects and lauded the efforts of the local community in assisting in incorporation and execution of these projects. Commander 59 Mountain Brigade, Brigadier A K Narula, Army and AR officials along with villagers from Emmisiphro and children and staff of R K Orphanage were present during the occasion.
Major General Binoy Poonnen, VSM once again reiterated the Red Shield Division is committed in aiding the development of remote villages and also urged the local communities to collectively assist in the development process.

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corruption in north cachar hills autonomous council

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New Delhi, Dec 26: The Central Bureau of Investigation has filed two chargesheets in three separate cases regarding alleged corruption in North Cachar Hills, Autonomous Council (Now Dima Hasao) in the Court of Special Judge, CBI Cases, Guwahati on 21.12.2011.
The first case relates to the Social Welfare Deptt., in which Chargesheet U/s.120B, 409, 420, 468, 471 IPC and Sec.13(2) r/w 13(1) (c) & (d) of P.C.Act, 1988 has been filed against the then Chief Executive Member, NCHAC; Dy.Director, Social Welfare Department; Junior Engineer of PWD on deputation to Social Welfare Department; Junior Engineer, DRDA Dhubri (under suspension); Junior Inspector of Co-operative Society and two private persons for misappropriating a sum of Rs.13.53 crore (approx) sanctioned for execution of works relating to different schemes under Social Welfare Department, in N. C. Hills, Assam.
During investigation of the case, hard cash of Indian Currency amounting Rs.13.45 crore (approx) was recovered from a secret chamber constructed in the garage of brother-in-law of the accused Dy.Director.
In the Second case relating to the Soil Conservation Deptt, Chargesheet U/s 120B, 420,468, 471 IPC and Sec.13(2) r/w 13(1) (d) of P. C. Act, 1988 has been filed against two Divisional Soil Conservation Officers; Executive Member, Dima Hasao Autonomous Council, Haflong; one Range Officer; one Soil Conservation Field Worker; one Senior Soil Conservation Demonstrator and a Junior Soil Conservation Demonstrator, for misappropriation of an amount of Rs.1.66 Crore sanctioned for execution of works relating to Water Harvesting, Land Development, etc. in N. C. Hills(Now Dima Hasao).
The Assam Govt. referred 9 cases (05 cases in 1020 and 04 cases in 2011) to the CBI on alleged corruption in North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council (now Dima Hasco). CBI has already filed three chargesheets in 03 separate cases on 23.11.2011.
The public is reminded that the above findings are based on the investigation done by CBI and evidence collected by it. Under the Indian Law, the accused are presumed to be innocent till their guilt is finally established after a fair trial.
Name of accused In first case:-
Mohet Hojai, the then Chief Executive Member, NCHAC
R.H. Khan, the then Deputy Director, Social Welfare Deptt. Haflong
B.C. Dey, Junior Engineer Public Work Deptt. On deputation to Social Welfare Deptt. Haflong
Amjad Hussain Junior Engineer, DRDA Dhubri
R. Ahmed, Junior Inspector, O/o Dy. Registrar, Co-Operative Society, Haflong
Dabasish Bhattacherjee & Amjad Ali, Pvt. Contractors
Name of accused In second case:-
Arup Rai, Divisional Soil Conservation Officer
Amitabh Rai, Divisional Soil Conservation Officer
Subrata Hojai, Executive Member, Haflong
L. Chetia, Range Officer (since retd.)
M. Bhattacherjee, Field worker, Soil Conservation Deptt.
J. Hojai, Demonstrator, Senior Soil Conservation Deptt.
A.K. Das, Demonstrator Junior Soil Conservation Deptt.

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Militants nabbed by police, troops

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Imphal, Dec 26: On 24/12/2011 at 4:00 pm. a team of CDO/1E arrested l(one) PULF cadre namely, Md, Arifbuddin @ Ibomcha @ James (25) s/o Md. Kamalluddin of Klyamgei Mayai Leikai from Kiyamgei Lai Mamang area and one .32 Pistol loaded with 2 live rounds in the magazine was recovered from his possession. On verification, he disclosed that he joined PULF organization in the year 2010 through one Ronimi of Kiyamgei Awang Takiiok and working under his command.
Further, he disclosed that he was involved in keeping hand grenade at Public Hospital, Hatta in the year 2010 and also in burning down of working hut (Khola) at Kiyamgei Awang Leikai in the year 2010 under the command of Romrni and extorted huge amount of money from general public, etc. 10 DOGRA under the aegis of 59 Mountain Brigade, Red Shield Division apprehended four cadres of KNF (P) on 23 Dec 2011 while carrying out extortion in village P Moulding of Leimakhong area.
Cadres were identified as SS Pvt Ngaincha K jkl, age 20 yrs, s/o Sh Hemkai, r/o Kholjang, SS Pvt Bollen, age 20 yrs, s/o Sh Achung, r/o Kholjang SS Pvt Letminsei, age 17 yrs s/o Thanglung, r/o Langkhol and SS Pvt Thang Lenmang, age 20 yrs s/o Sh Lullai Kipgen, r/o Khonum. All of them were travelling in a Maruti Omni Vehicle (Regd No AS-11D 6438) and were later handed over to PS Sekmai vide FIR No 83 (12) 2011/GS 400/395/34 dt 23 Dec 11. One leaflet of duty roaster of SoO designated Camp Ebenzier/Natheljang was recovered from them but however the above cadres are not registered in the authorized of cadres housed in the camp. This incident also amounts to violation of SoO agreement by KNF (P).

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UNLF, RPF statement on DGP

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Imphal, Dec 26: The RPF today took a dig at the DGP Y Joykumar. Taohangsu Heiremcha, Chief, Department Of Publicity, Revolutionary People’s Front charged that the DGP to hide his own skins is blaming the revolutionaries. There is no iota of truth in the claim that the revolutionary movements have eroded it was stated.
It was further alleged that a KCP group now under suspension of operation (SoO) now stationed at Khabeishoi 7 MR camp is also working with the police. What action has been taken up those who demanded money from FCI contractor to be brought to Minu Thong. No action was taken up against Major Rana of 23 AR it was alleged.
The Chief Miinister must be knowing how many army officers , officials and police have constructed palatial buildings it was asked. UNLF Sr Pub Officer, Ksh Yoihenba said all knows who follows the right ideology and who preaches something else and practice something in the back.

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Bandh called to protest firing by Myanmar army

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Imphal, Dec 26: Indefinite bandh has been called on at Moreh and NH 39 to protest against the firing by the security of Myanmar Army posted at Namphalong injuring a 15 year old boy identified as Md. Abdul Noor of Moreh ward No. Five yesterday around one p.m.
The boy was playing football at Muslim Nagar when the security fired one round and hit him in his left thigh.
Another round was fired however it did not hit the boys.
Following the incident, angry crowd shouted slogans however the situation was brought under control.
The Myanmarese authority apologized for the firing and assured not to repeat such incident in future.
A public meeting participated by community leaders was held at LP School, ward No. Five Moreh Muslim Nagar this morning around seven and decided to call indefinite bandh at Moreh and NH 39 until a solution is brought.
A press statement issued by HQ IGAR S said s 16 year old boy namely Abdul Noor son of Abdul Barik sustained a gun shot wound in the leg due to a bullet fired accidentally from across the IB in Ward No 5 Moreh by Myanmar Army. Troops of 31 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector Assam Rifles under aegis HQ IGAR (South) immediately reached at the site of incident. Beside taking control of the situation and pacifying the general public, troops of Assam Rifles brought the individual to unit MI Room and provided Life Saving First aid. Later on the individual was evacuated to RIMS, Imphal and his condition is reported to be stable at present. An emergency meeting was held with Myanmar Army and civil administration officials. During the meeting the Myanmar Army stated that the firing took place due to the accidental discharge of personal weapon by one of their soldier. Myanmar Army apologised about the mishappening and informed that necessary action is being initiated against the soldier.

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Strike suspended

As model code of conduct came into face, the indefinite cease work strike launched by JAC of AMTUC and AMGEo has been suspended till a new notice is issued. The JAC in a press release signed by secy general urges all employees, pensioners and their families not to vote for ruling party. A meeting was […]

As model code of conduct came into face, the indefinite cease work strike launched by JAC of AMTUC and AMGEo has been suspended till a new notice is issued.
The JAC in a press release signed by secy general urges all employees, pensioners and their families not to vote for ruling party.
A meeting was held in this connection at its office at Babupara Yesterday.

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Christmas to be celebrated today

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Imphal, Dec 24: Christmas will be celebrated tomorrow. The Vice- President of India Shri M. Hamid Ansari has greeted the people on joyous occasion of Christmas. In his message he has said that Christmas is an occasion to imbibe the divine teachings of Lord Jesus Christ and spread joy and happiness. The festival also signifies the ideals of brotherhood, love and compassion.
Gurbachan Jagat , Governor said in a message said, “It gives me immense pleasure in greeting the people of Manipur, and specially our Christian brethren, on the auspicious and joyous occasion of Christmas, 201 1 .
Lord Jesus was born to build a new world order based on peace, justice and equality of mankind. In celebrating His birth, which is universally known as Christmas, we, besides paying our obeisance to this outstanding apostle of peace, should rededicate ourselves to the ideals, principles and values espoused by Him. His message of love, mercy, forgiveness, benevolence, compassion and sacrifice, has become increasingly important at the present situation, when the atmosphere is polluted with enmity and hatred between man and man and nation and nation. This is man made. There is no enmity between soul and soul. Let the principles enunciated and message preached by Jesus Christ, guide mankind to build a prosperous society and a peaceful world.
Chief Minister, O Ibobi said in a message, : “I convey my warm greetings and good wiches to the people of Manipur especially our Christian brethren on the joyous occasion of Christmas, which is celebrated with gaiety and fervour, to mark the birth of Jesus Christ.
Jesus Christ showed mankind the path of compassion, tolerance, love, brotherhood and sacrifice. His message has the power to lift the human race from ignorance, violence and moral decay to a life of peace, virtue and spiritual
fulfillment. His teachings have a great relevance in today’s world and should inspire us all.
May Christmas fill our lives with joy, peace, love and prosperity.
Gaikhangam, Congress President, Th Meinya, MP, Lt Gen Dalbir Singh, AVSM, VSM, GOC 3 Corps greeted the people of Manipur on the joyous occasion of Christmas. Maj Gen Bijoy, Brig HPS Pall, Offg IGAR (South) also greeted the people.
A pre Christmas candle light service organized by Manipur Baptist convention centre church Imphal was held tonight from five p.m. to seven p.m.
The Christmas celebration will also be held tomorrow from seven am. To 10 am.

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Militants apprehended

On 22/12/2011 at about 4:30 pm, a team of CDO/Imphal East arrested l(one) UNLF cadre namely, Takhellambam Dinesh @ lyamcha Singh (33) s/o T. Lokhon Singh of Chanam Sandrok Awang Leikai from Chanam Sandrok Awang Leikai.
On verification, he disclosed that he is an active member of UNLF organization and joined under one Maipak of UNLF organization.
Further, on 23/12/2011 at about 1:40 pm, a combined team of CDO/Imphal East and 28 Assam Rifles arrested l(one) PREPAK cadre namely, Takhelambam Biken Meetei (30) @ Ibungo s/o T. Muhindro Meetei of Thambalkhong Laishram Leikai and l(one) .32 Pistol marked as Automatic Pistol made in Italy B/No. 7000 loaded with 3 (three) live rounds in the magazine was recovered from his possession. On verification, he disclosed that he joined PREPAK organization in the year 2005 through one Jems of Singjamei Chingamakha area, he was involved in extortion of money from general public, govt. officials, businessmen etc., transportation of arms and ammunition from one place to another and taking shelter for PREPAK cadres.
Discovering the movement of UG cadres in general area Tampi Chakpikarong, troops of 42 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector under HQ IGAR (South) launched operation in the area and apprehended one PLA cadre on 23 Dec 2011. The apprehendee was identified as No.1202 L Cpl Laishram Rohen alias Borlak alias Langamba, 34 yrs. 01 x Pt 38 Revolver and 02 x Pt 38 Revolver Live rounds was recovered from the apprehendee who alongwith recovery was handed over to Sinchima Police station.

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Manipur goes to poll on Jan 28

Mail News Service
New Delhi, Dec 24: Assembly elections in Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand will be held between Jan 28 and March 3, the Election Commission announced on Saturday. Elections for Manipur will be held on Feb 28. Uttar Pradesh will have assembly elections in seven phases from February 4 to 28, while Uttarakhand, Manipur, Goa and Punjab will have single-phase elections, the Election Commission announced. Counting in all the five states will be held on March 4, Chief Election Commissioner S Y Quraishi told a press conference here.
UP, with 403 constituencies, will witness polling on February 4, 8, 11, 15, 19, 23 and 28, while neighbouring Uttarakhand (70 constituencies) will have polling on January 30.
The polling in 117 constituencies of Punjab will also be held on January 30.
Manipur (60 constituencies) and Goa (40 constituencies) will have polls on January 28 and March 3 respectively.
The Code of Conduct has come into effect in all the election going states with immediate effect.
The electoral rolls of all the existing Assembly Constituencies in the States of Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand are being revised, with reference to 01.01.2012 as the qualifying date, and shall be finally published on 02.01.2012.
Goa has 1011673 electors, Manipur 1677270, Punjab 17433408, Uttar Pradesh, 111916689, Uttarakhand, 5740148
Photo electoral rolls will be used Identification of the voters at the polling booth at the time of poll shall be mandatory. Electors who have been provided with EPIC shall be identified through EPIC only. As mentioned above, presently, the EPIC coverage in the poll
going States is:
Goa 98.06
Manipur 87.2
Punjab 99.66
Uttar Pradesh 98.5
Uttarakhand 99.8
The poll in all the 5 (Five) States will be conducted at all polling stations using EVMs. Based on the assessment of the ground situation, Central Police Forces (CPF) and State Armed Police (SAP) drawn from other States will be deployed during the ensuing general elections. The CPF and SAP will be used generally for safeguarding the polling stations, the electors, poll-material and the polling personnel. Besides, these forces will be used for securing the strong rooms where the EVMs are stored pending counting and for securing the counting centers.
The Commission will be constantly monitoring the ground situation closely and will take appropriate measures to ensure peaceful, free and fair polls in these States.
The Commission will deploy General Observers in adequate number to ensure smooth conduct of elections. The Observers will be asked to keep a close watch on every stage of the electoral process to ensure free and fair elections.
Their names, addresses within the district/constituency and their telephone numbers will be publicized in local newspapers so that the general public can quickly approach them for any grievance redressal. The Observers will be given a detailed briefing by the Commission before their deployment.
Election Expenditure Monitoring
The Commission has also decided to appoint adequate number of Expenditure Observers and Assistant Expenditure Observers who will exclusively monitor the election expenditure of the contesting candidates. For greater transparency and for ease of monitoring of Election Expenses, Candidates would be required to open a separate bank account and incur their election expenses from that very account. Comprehensive instructions for the purpose of effective
monitoring of the election expenditure of the candidates, including formation of flying squads, video Surveillance Teams in the constituency, involvement of Investigation Directorates of Income Tax Deptt. etc. have been separately
issued by the Commission and are available at ECI website . The format for filing of affidavits regarding criminal backgrounds. assets, liabilities and educational qualification of the candidates have been modified to include a summary sheet.
To deal with the issue of Paid News, Monitoring Committees have been set up at District, State and Commission level and necessary instructions have been issued to the District Election Officers and the CEOs of the five poll-going States. Representatives of political parties and media organizations of the poll-going States have also been briefed.
Micro Observers
In addition to General Observers, the Commission will also deploy Micro- observers to observe the poll proceedings in the polling stations on the poll day in selected critical polling stations. They will be chosen from Central
Government/Central PSUs officials. Micro-Observers will observe the proceedings at the polling stations on the poll day right from the mock poll to the completion of poll and the process of sealing of EVMs and other documents to ensure that all instructions of the Commission are complied with by the Polling Parties and the Polling Agents.

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