Salient points of the MoU
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, May 10 2017:
* In future any new Bill which affects the interest of indigenous tribal people, the State Government will follow due procedure as laid down in the Constitution of India and relevant rules in consultation with all stakeholders.
* The State Government acknowledges the demands of the JACAATB regarding the administration of the indigenous tnbal people of Manipur and shall extend all possible help and cooperation in the tripartite talk with SOO groups.
* To provide ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh and permanent employment to next of kin of dead persons on or before 25th May 2017 .
* To provide compensation of Rs 50,000 to the injured persons (48 persons) on or before 25th May, 2017 .
* To provide employment to 8 disabled persons in the incident along with compensation of Rs 2 lakh each on or before 25th Way, 2017 .
* State Government will provide financial assistance for establishment of Memorial Park al Lamka and a Memorial Hall at Singngat.
* The State Government acknowledges the demand for creation of a new district by the JACAATB for administrative convenience and better delivery of services to the people This matter will be considered by the State Cabinet on submission of report by District Boundary Commission.
* State Government shall ensure proper investigation on the incident of police firing and subsequent death of civilians and take up action as per law.