Acknowledging PM's 25 years of public service...CM distributes PMFME subsidies
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, September 18 2026: Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh distributed subsidies to 2,835 eligible beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme at Yumnam Leikai Yumjao Lairembi Lampak, on September 17 morning in connection with the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Speaking at the programme, the Chief Minister said that the initiative would significantly help small and unorganised food-processing businesses upgrade, grow and enter the formal economy in the State.

Acknowledging PM's 25 years of public service...CM distributes PMFME subsidies

He recalled the Prime Minister's 25 years of dedicated public service, stating that Narendra Modi has been serving the country without taking a day off.

The Chief Minister stated that the funds for the scheme had already been released by the Centre.

Cheques were handed over to some beneficiaries yesterday, while the remaining beneficiaries received their subsidy through Direct Benefit Transfer in their respective accounts.

The Chief Minister stated that Manipur had traditionally been a peaceful State, but the unprecedented crisis had adversely affected the situation.

He claimed that peace and normalcy have gradually started returning, citing the resumption of road travel through Kangpokpi as one of the positive developments.

He also noted that people from different communities have begun to rekindle bonds of friendship and understanding.

The Chief Minister once again appealed to all citizens to refrain from bandhs and blockades and extend cooperation towards restoring lasting peace and normalcy in the State.

At another function held at the CM Secretariat yesterday, Khemchand officially launched the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026 campaign and the Clean Himalayan Hill Cities Initiative (CHHCI), Manipur.

The SHS 2026 campaign, being observed from September 17 to October 2 will focus on five key pillars-Transformation of Cleanliness Target Units (CTUs) and Clean Public Places; Swachh Paathshala-Yuva for Swachhata; Safai Mitra Suraksha Evam Samman Shivir; Jan Bhagidari for Swachhata; and Swachhata Se Samriddhi.

The campaign will promote cleanliness, four-way source segregation, awareness on the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, citizen and youth participation, Safai Mitra welfare and waste-to-wealth initiatives, said a press release issued by the CM Secretariat.

The Chief Minister appealed to all citizens, Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and stakeholders to actively participate in the campaign and collectively maintain cleanliness in their respective areas.

He stressed the importance of proper waste management and making cleanliness a sustained practice.