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New Delhi: Justice BR Gavai, a Supreme Court Judge, who led a delegation of judges to Manipur, expressed optimism that a resolution to the ongoing ethnic violence in the state, which has lasted nearly two years, is on the horizon. He noted that individuals in relief camps are in a positive state of mind and eager to return to normal life.
During his visit, Justice Gavai shared with ANI that the residents of the relief camps are hopeful for peace and normalcy, mentioning, “I spoke to both groups and am quite hopeful that a solution will come very soon.”
The delegation of Supreme Court judges attended celebrations in Imphal. Justice Gavai officially opened the Secretariat of the Chief Justice of the High Court of Manipur, along with other judicial buildings and projects.
The five-member delegation, which included Justices Surya Kant, Vikram Nath, MM Sundresh, KV Viswanathan, and N Kotishwar, arrived in Imphal on Saturday. They also visited a relief camp in Churachandpur.
As the Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), Justice Gavai launched legal and medical aid camps in all districts of Manipur and opened new legal aid clinics in Imphal East, Imphal West, and Ukhrul. Following the inauguration, he emphasized the significance of justice and healthcare accessibility, assuring the community, “It’s our responsibility to work together for society. The whole nation will come together to resolve this issue.”
Manipur has been under President’s Rule since February 13, after Chief Minister N. Biren Singh’s resignation. The violence, primarily between the Meitei and Kuki communities, erupted following a rally held by the All Tribal Students Union of Manipur (ATSUM) on May 3, 2023, prompting the Central government to deploy paramilitary forces to regain control of the situation.
