Gorkha bodies demand justice for Juni Rijal
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, May 03 2025: The All Manipur Gorkha Students' Union (AMGSU), Manipur Gorkha Welfare Union (MGWU), Pangei Gorkha Youth Club, Village Development Committee, and Women's Society (Nepali Basti) have expressed deep shock, sorrow, and outrage over the tragic death of Juni Rijal (29), wife of husband Niraj Thapa (32) from Pangei Nepali Basti.

As per a joint statement issued by AMGSU, MGWU, Pangei Gorkha Youth Club, Village Development Committee, and Women's Society (Nepali Basti), Juni Rijal was found dead in a suspicious manner at her residence in Pangei on April 16, 2025 .

The victim, a mother of two, was reportedly subjected to years of domestic abuse.

Neighbours and locals claimed that the accused Niraj Thapa had a long-standing history of alcohol abuse and domestic violence.

The organisations said that the crime has shaken the Gorkha community, which traditionally upholds strong family values.

Calling it a "moral wound to the conscience of society", they called upon the Government and civil societies to strengthen mechanisms to prevent domestic violence and ensure justice for victims, emphasizing the need for greater awareness, support systems and community vigilance.

The organisations also urged the legal and judicial authorities to take swift and decisive action to ensure that the perpetrator is held fully accountable and that such acts never recur.

Meanwhile, a murder case has been registered at Heingang Police Station in this regard.

The accused Niraj Thapa, who initially fled, was apprehended after a two-day manhunt.

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