MMAB condemns
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 26 2023:
The Manipuri Meitei Association, Bangalore (MMAB) has strongly condemned the recent assault on an 11th-grade Meitei girl at St.
Agnes College by a group of Kuki girls from the same institution.
As this incident gained considerable social media traction, the MMAB took immediate action.
The MMAB verified the incident and confirmed the college's location in Mangalore and her well-being.
"We ensured the student's well-being by implementing timely safety measures and arranging alternative accommodation", conveyed a press release issued by MMAB.
"We engaged with senior Meitei female students and NEPAM members, an association led by Naga women, to create a unified support system.
Additionally, we have contacted her parents and her local guardian who will act upon arrival", it said.
The MMAB Women's Cell Secretary, Binika Pangambam, kept in constant touch with both the student and her mother, offering reassurance throughout.
"We are also currently collaborating with the student's parents to file an FIR, striving to prevent such incidents from recurring during these trying times", it said.
While conveying gratitude to Ms.Kaini and Christy Shimray of NEPAM for their invaluable support, the MMAB urged all Manipuri students to avail the educational benefits offered by the Karnataka Government during crises and not indulge in any form of violence.
"We are committed to aiding affected families and students in Bengaluru and nearby areas, ensuring uninterrupted academic pursuits even with our limited financial resources'', it said.
The MMAB said that they strongly oppose any communal violence like the ones which took place at St Agnes College.