JAC sets 5-day deadline for Govt to deliver justice to Manda Leima
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, November 10 2026: By Our Staff Reporter IMPHAL, Nov 10: The Joint Action Committee Against the Unnatural Death of Khundongbam Ningol Lourembam Ongbi Manda Leima has decided to give the Government 5 more days to bring out the truth in the case and ensure befitting punishment to those involved in her death.

In a press release issued by its convenor M Dhamen Meitei, the JAC said it has trust in the steps taken by the Government so far, including the formation of a SIT, the arrest of the husband of the deceased, the post-mortem conducted yesterday evening, and the various transparent steps taken to recover the remains of the deceased.

After detailed deliberation, the JAC decided to give another 5 days for the Government to properly bring out the truth and give befitting punishment.

It warned that if the trust is broken within the given time, it is ready to launch further agitations.

The JAC said that although the steps taken by the Government so far are trustworthy, the body of the deceased has not yet been recovered as the case remains unresolved.

The JAC also announced that in order to demand justice for the deceased, the Ningols of Heirok who go for Ningol Chakkouba will wear a small black badge as a sign of protest and to demand justice.

It further decided that no grand or joyous celebration in connection with Ningol Chakkouba will be held in Heirok this time, as justice for the deceased daughter has not yet been received.

The announcements were made in honour of the late Manda, who lost her life, and to inform the people of Heirok as well as the Government of Manipur, said the JAC .

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