Denial of burial condemned
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 14 2017:
Rev Fr James Tangshel, President of the Diocesan Fraternity, Archdiocese of Imphal condemned the denial of the burial of Rita Haorei by the village authorities of Leingangching village .
In a press release today, Rev Fr James Tangshel said that for the past six to seven days, many parishes along with the parishioners, Church leaders and tribes leaders have been condemning this inhuman act.
This denial of the lawful burial because the deceased professed the Catholic faith is unacceptable in the modern era and amounts to violation of basic human rights .
While expressing heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, he also appealed to the concerned authorities to promote and follow the path of tolerance, peace and unity among all.