Names in the list, but no rice, claim 19 families
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 16 2022:
At least 19 families in Langthabal Mantrikhong Makha Leikai have been deprived of ration cards let alone subsidized rice though there names are included in the list of National Food Security Act (NFSA) .
This was realised after the 19 families submitted a complaint to the Women Welfare Association, Langthabal Mantrikhong Makha Leikai.
To discuss the matter, a public meeting was convened in the locality in the presence of youth club members and FPS agents concerned.
At the meeting, one Athokpam Kebi stated that the 19 families are included in the beneficiary list issued by the district administration.
Claiming that they, however, haven't received even a ration card till date, she stated that they were not given any rice during the difficult times of Covid pandemic too.
During the meeting, decisions were taken to form a committee on behalf of the 19 families to ensure they are entitled to their rights and take the help of youth clubs, meira paibis and local bodies at the time of rice distribution.
The FPS agents have also been advised to discuss the matter with the higher ups and affix the beneficiaries list at a proper place at the earliest.