Senapati Updates

07/11/2025

MAO CHOIR
THE LOVE OF GOD
At the Civic Reception of Th. Muivah.

Very fitting song on the Journey of Th. Muivah.

07/11/2025

Tangkhul Naga Long Recommendation on Manipur Governance.

07/11/2025

Naga People's Organisation expresses deepest gratitude to the Government of Manipur and all the people involved for selecting Senapati District for the establishment of Model RuralHealth Research Unit(MRHRU).

07/11/2025

Is State Ready to Comply with SC’s Order on Reservation?

Imphal, November 6, 2025:
Questions have begun to surface over whether the Manipur State Government is prepared to comply with the Supreme Court’s September 2025 order regarding reservation in appointments for weaker sections in both Central and State Government services.

According to sources, the apex court’s order clearly directs that no additional privileges be extended to candidates from the Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Scheduled Castes (SC) categories beyond what is explicitly provided under the law.

Currently, Manipur follows a reservation policy that allots 31% seats for ST, 17% for OBC, 2% for SC, and 10% for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in public employment. Candidates from these categories also pay lower fees during application and interview processes compared to general category candidates.

Under the existing system, if ST or SC candidates secure marks on par with those from the general category, they are placed in the general merit list, allowing other candidates from reserved categories to fill the vacated reserved posts — effectively extending the reservation benefits further within the category.

However, the Supreme Court order issued in September stated that ST/SC candidates who already avail age relaxation or reduced examination fees should not be allowed to move into the general category on the basis of merit. The Court emphasized that such candidates must remain within their respective reserved categories.

The verdict, sources said, has been seen as a major relief for general category aspirants, who have long argued that the current system offers excessive advantages to reserved groups.

To comply with the ruling, the Department of Personnel (DoP) is required to issue necessary directives to all departments and incorporate the new guidelines into recruitment rules. However, sources indicated that no concrete steps have yet been taken by the Department to implement the Supreme Court’s order.

Observers note that the delay raises questions over the State Government’s readiness and willingness to align its reservation policy with the apex court’s directives.

07/11/2025

Dear Naga Brethren,

We wish to inform you of a concerning development in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. On October 29, 2025, the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Police Station raided a fake international call centre and arrested 116 employees.

Following the incident, the Presidents of the *Naga Students’ Union Pune (NSUP)* and *Naga Students' Union Mumbai (NSUM)* were contacted by parents from Dimapur who could not reach their children. Upon inquiry, we learned that the two missing individuals were among those arrested.

We regret to inform you that 25 persons from Nagaland have been identified as suspects. Most are between 19 to 29 years old, and it appears that many families have not been informed of their arrest.

We request that anyone with relatives or friends working in call centres in Aurangabad who are currently unreachable contact the concerned authorities: PSI Radha: +91 93730 27682 (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Police Station)

For privacy reasons, we are not sharing names or detailed information.

_With regards,_
Namgui KC Gangmei, President, NSUP (+919862077102)
Ramachan Shimray, President, NSUM (+917086525659)

06/11/2025

30 Students Fall Ill After Eating Suspected Contaminated Snack in Ukhrul and Senapati

Ukhrul/Senapati, Nov 6:
At least 30 students from KTL Excel Higher Secondary School in Ukhrul and another 30 from St. Anthony’s School, Taphou, Senapati, reportedly fell ill on Thursday after consuming a maize-based snack suspected to be contaminated.

In Ukhrul, several students vomited and complained of uneasiness after eating a packaged snack called Mouli, carrying FSSAI number 103240200002070 and manufactured by Global Trade Link Pvt. Ltd., Guwahati. The product bore a manufacturing date of October 30, 2025, and expiry date of January 29, 2026.

A vendor, Donald Kashung of Phungreitang East, who sold the product, lodged a complaint with Ukhrul Police stating he was unaware of any defect and urged authorities to investigate and prevent further harm.

In Senapati, students of St. Anthony’s School suffered similar symptoms after consuming a packaged snack believed to have originated from Moreh. The school has cautioned parents to verify food items bought for children.

All affected students are reported to be recovering. Police have begun inquiries into the incidents.

06/11/2025

Senapati SP, Transport Unions Agree on New No-Entry Rules to Ease Traffic

Senapati, Nov 6:
A meeting chaired by the Superintendent of Police, Senapati, with police officials, town representatives, and transport unions, resolved to strictly enforce new no-entry regulations to address traffic congestion in Senapati town.

As per the new arrangement, loaded trucks from Kohima will stop at Senapati Drop Gate (Khongnem) and empty trucks from Imphal at Hengbung (near Satyam Industry) during peak hours — 8:00–9:30 AM and 2:00–3:30 PM. Vehicles crossing these points must not halt inside the bazaar area.

Traffic Police will not issue fines to compliant drivers, but violators and those driving under the influence will face strict legal action. No-entry restrictions will not apply at T. Khullen Check Gate for vehicles heading toward Kangpokpi.

Authorities and unions agreed to widely inform all drivers for smooth implementation of the new traffic measures.

06/11/2025

Pema Khandu Kiren Rijiju

05/11/2025

IDPs Protest Over Discrepancy in Ration Money Disbursal at Sawombung SDO Office

Imphal, Nov 5:
Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Sawombung and Sajiwa relief camps staged a protest today at the Sawombung SDO office, alleging discrepancies in the disbursement of their monthly ration assistance for November.

The aggrieved IDPs returned the credited amount to the office in protest, expressing dissatisfaction over what they called “unjust deductions” in the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) made to their accounts.

According to reports, ₹84 per person was credited, whereas the government had previously announced ₹80 per person along with ₹20 earmarked for ration support. However, ₹16—meant for rice distribution charges—was reportedly deducted, leaving several beneficiaries angered and confused.

Koijam Sharat, Convenor of the Apex Committee of Victim Villagers—representing Ekou, Sadu Yengkhuman, Dolaithabi, Leitalpokpi Mairenpat, and Sadu Lampak—said the confusion stemmed from miscommunication between departments. He urged the authorities to issue a clear clarification and ensure that the displaced families receive their full entitled assistance.

Tension prevailed at the SDO office for some time before officials, including an Executive Magistrate, intervened to pacify the protesters.

05/11/2025

05/11/2025

ED searches in Nagaland human hair export FEMA

Nagaland
4th November 2025

New Delhi/Kohima, November 4 (MExN): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday conducted simultaneous searches in Nagaland, Assam, and Tamil Nadu as part of a FEMA investigation into alleged illegal financial transactions linked to human hair exports, the PTI news agency reported.

Two premises each in Dimapur and Guwahati and three in Chennai were reportedly searched under the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).

This is the first such action under the law by the ED Nagaland office, the report said, quoting officials.

The probe reportedly involves Lima Imsong and others. It was found that Imsong Global Suppliers Co., a sole proprietorship owned by Lima Imsong, received foreign inward remittances under the pretext of exporting human hair—an activity considered uncommon and commercially “unviable” in Dimapur, the report said.

Despite the lapse of considerable time, the entity allegedly failed to submit mandatory export documentation, such as shipping bills and export invoices, to the authorised dealer bank within prescribed timelines, it added, further citing ED officials.

Such non-fulfilment of export obligations and suppression of documents are violations of FEMA and RBI guidelines.

The probe further revealed that foreign remittances received in Imsong Global’s bank account were allegedly diverted to Inchem India Pvt. Ltd., also owned by Lima Imsong, as well as to his personal accounts and those of family members, the report noted.

Officials added that money in Inchem India Pvt. Ltd.’s account was further “diverted” to certain “suspicious” entities engaged in the human hair trade in Chennai and investigations are ongoing, it added.

05/11/2025

Air India Express Caps Imphal–Guwahati Airfare at ₹6,000, to Add More Flights

Imphal, November 4, 2025:
In a welcome move for air travellers from Manipur, Air India Express has decided to cap the airfare for the Imphal–Guwahati sector at ₹6,000 and introduce two additional daily flights — one each to Guwahati and Kolkata.

The decision came after press reported on the rising airfares from Imphal and following a communication between Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA).

A post from the official Raj Bhavan, Manipur page stated:

“Following the Governor of Manipur’s communication to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Air India Express has responded positively.”

Air India Express, a subsidiary of Air India under the Tata Group, has reportedly already begun implementing the price cap. However, some discrepancies remain. When the press checked the airline’s website at 6:30 p.m. on November 4, the fare for November 7 was listed at ₹5,399, while the fare for November 19 stood at ₹6,799, causing confusion among travellers.

While Air India Express has taken the lead, other carriers such as IndiGo have yet to respond, and their fares remain significantly higher.

The announcement has triggered widespread reactions online. Many netizens welcomed the move as a “positive first step” but felt that ₹6,000 is still too high compared to airfares from other Northeastern capitals. For instance, the Agartala–Guwahati fare averages ₹1,900, while tickets from Aizawl and Itanagar remain below ₹3,000.

One social media user commented, “Putting a price cap is a good start, but people in Manipur are still paying much more than others in the Northeast.” Another wrote, “Bring it down to ₹3,000 — only then can it be called affordable.”

With highways blocked since May 2023, air travel remains Manipur’s primary means of connectivity. The Air India Express initiative, though partial, is seen as a crucial relief measure for passengers facing months of inflated fares.

Many now hope other airlines — especially IndiGo — will follow suit and introduce similar fare caps to ensure fair and affordable air travel for all.