Death of old pensioner condemned
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, April 16 2015 :
All Manipur NGOs Forum (AMNGOF) has demanded an official inquiry into the death of old pensioner, Irengbam Purnimashi (70) wife of late I.Kalachand of Keishamthong A/C.It could be mentioned that (L) Purnimashi had gone with her grandson at 8 am for the meagre pension amount at I MR ground.
Like others they stayed under the searing sun till noon after which she vomited blood, later died on the way to RIMS.
Condemning the incident a press release issued by AMNGOF General Secretary, Khundrakpam Chinglen states that the incident has proved the unprofessional and insufficient execution of Social Welfare Department in pension distribution.
Hence, AMNGOF demands an inquiry and appropriate action against the insensitive officials, who are responsible for the death of the senior citizen.