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Manipur CM meets Sitharaman in New Delhi, seeks enhanced central assistance

Imphal, Oct 29 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today sought enhanced financial assistance from the Centre to help the state overcome its current financial crisis and address revenue losses incurred over the past three years.
During a meeting with union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at her office in Kartavya Bhawan, New Delhi, the Chief Minister discussed Manipur's overall financial health and apprised her of the state government's efforts to maintain fiscal discipline and improve financial management, a state information official said.
Khemchand Singh highlighted that the state government had ensured timely payment of salaries and pensions to employees on the first working day of every month
He also reviewed the progress of Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) in Manipur and briefed the union Minister on the implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) and other developmental projects.
Drawing attention to the revenue losses suffered by the state over the past three years, the Chief Minister sought central support to help Manipur navigate its financial difficulties.
He also requested additional funding under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme.
Sitharaman responded positively to the requests and assured the Chief Minister that the Centre would extend all possible assistance and support to improve the state's financial health, the release stated.
During the meeting, Khemchand Singh presented the union minister with a traditional scarf and a painting of Radha Krishna.
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