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Manipur Govt releases Rs 5.88 crore festival assistance to displaced persons

Imphal, Nov 8 (UNI) The Manipur Government has released Rs 5.88 crore as special festival assistance to 58,863 eligible internally displaced persons (IDPs) ahead of Diwali and Ningol Chakouba, with each beneficiary receiving Rs 1,000 through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
According to the Chief Minister's Secretariat, a total of Rs 5,88,63,000 has been released from the State Emergency Fund for the purpose.
The financial assistance was disbursed on Sunday to provide support to displaced families during the festive season.
The funds were transferred through Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) to the designated accounts of Deputy Commissioners in 10 districts, namely Imphal West, Churachandpur, Imphal East, Thoubal, Ukhrul, Kakching, Kangpokpi, Tengnoupal, Jiribam and Bishnupur.
The Deputy Commissioners concerned were directed to ensure timely distribution of the assistance to eligible beneficiaries after proper verification.
The IDP community has expressed gratitude to the state government, led by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, for providing the financial assistance ahead of the festivals.
Meanwhile, the Chief Minister extended Diwali greetings and best wishes to the people of Manipur, expressing hope that the festival would bring happiness, good health and renewed hope to every household.
He also wished that the light of Diwali would illuminate people's lives with peace and positivity, and called upon everyone to renew their commitment towards peace, progress and prosperity in Manipur.
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