Imphal: The Manipur government has allocated over Rs 5 crore to provide financial assistance of Rs 1,000 each to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in various parts of the state.
This amount will not only provide financial support but also cover the cost of essential daily items for the IDPs.
Chief Minister N Biren Singh announced on Facebook that the sanctioned sum will provide Rs 1,000 financial assistance to each IDP, which will be distributed before Diwali and the ‘Ningol Chakouba’ festival.
In a separate event, Chief Minister N Biren Singh flagged off the ‘Run for Unity Marathon’ on the eve of National Unity Day.
Organized by the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports, the 4-km unity run aimed to promote unity and harmony. Singh emphasized, “This run is a powerful reminder of our commitment to unity and harmony. Let every stride today reinforce our shared bond as one nation, one people. Jai Hind!”
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