Reported by Bit Irom
Imphal: National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) member Vijaya Bharathi Sayani on Wednesday met Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh and reviewed the human rights situation in Manipur amid the ongoing unrest.
The visit comes in the backdrop of reports of violence, including allegations of sexual assault, on which the Commission has taken cognisance and issued notices earlier.
During the meeting at the Secretariat, the Chief Minister reiterated the state government’s commitment to protecting the rights of all citizens, particularly women, youth and children.
In a social media post, Singh said the discussion focused on the prevailing human rights situation and steps being taken to address it. He said instances of violations had been taken note of and measures were being strengthened to ensure dignity, justice and security.
The Chief Minister said the government remained committed to upholding constitutional values and restoring peace, stability and public confidence.
In a separate post, he referred to interactions with NHRC officials and others during the visit, describing it as part of a broader engagement on human rights and related issues.
Officials said the NHRC has sought detailed reports on relief and rehabilitation measures, including food, healthcare and education for those affected by the violence.
The Commission has been receiving Action Taken Reports from the state government, including steps such as formation of peace committees and restoration of services, which are to be verified on the ground.
The visiting team is also expected to review compensation mechanisms to ensure that benefits reach victims without discrimination and to assess steps taken to restore communal harmony.
The NHRC has been regularly sending teams to Manipur to engage with officials and stakeholders and to examine complaints related to the ongoing conflict and incidents of violence.