1. Families of Linthoingambi Hijam and Phijam Hemanjit Singh intensify their quest for justice.
2. Memorandum submitted to Governor Anusuiya Uikey at Raj Bhavan.
3. Urgent plea for recovery of students’ remains or whereabouts information.
Imphal, July 16: The families of Linthoingambi Hijam and Phijam Hemanjit Singh, two Manipur students allegedly abducted and murdered last year, have intensified their quest for justice by submitting a memorandum to Governor Anusuiya Uikey.
Their petition, presented at Raj Bhavan, urgently calls for the recovery of the students’ remains or any information regarding their whereabouts.
Accompanied by former MLA Akoijam Mirabai Devi, the families conveyed their anguish and frustration over the handling of the case during their meeting with Governor Uikey.
Mirabai Devi, speaking on behalf of the families, expressed disappointment in the government’s response, highlighting that despite arrests and charge sheets filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the bodies of the victims have yet to be recovered nearly a year after their disappearance.
Demands for Action and Accountability
The families are urging authorities to expedite efforts to locate the remains before the approaching first anniversary of the students’ disappearance.
This urgency is driven by their desire to perform proper last rites for their loved ones. Additionally, they demand transparency regarding the progress of the investigation and are adamant about securing stringent punishment for the accused currently in CBI custody.
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Governor Uikey, responding to the families’ plea for justice, assured them that significant steps are being taken to resolve the case.
During their meeting, she promptly reached out to the Director General of Police, urging intensified efforts to locate the remains and collaborate closely with the CBI.
Governor Uikey also committed to facilitating a meeting between the families and Security Advisor Kuldiep Singh to discuss further steps in the investigation.
National Attention and Context
The case of Linthoingambi Hijam and Phijam Hemanjit Singh gained widespread national attention following the circulation of a viral video featuring the two students last year.
Their abduction and subsequent alleged murder occurred against the backdrop of heightened ethnic tensions in Manipur, further intensifying public and media scrutiny of the case.
Call for Justice Amidst Lingering Grief
For the families of Hijam and Singh, the pursuit of justice is intertwined with profound grief and a relentless quest for closure. Their memorandum to Governor Uikey represents not only a plea for action but also a testament to their unwavering determination to seek accountability for the tragic loss of their loved ones.
Government Response and Path Forward
Governor Anusuiya Uikey’s proactive engagement with the families and swift communication with law enforcement authorities reflect a commitment to addressing their concerns seriously.
By pledging to facilitate ongoing dialogue and coordination between investigative agencies and the affected families, Governor Uikey aims to uphold the principles of transparency and responsiveness in the pursuit of justice.
As Manipur awaits developments in the investigation into the disappearance and alleged murder of Linthoingambi Hijam and Phijam Hemanjit Singh, the families’ steadfast pursuit of justice continues to resonate with broader implications for accountability and the protection of human rights.
Their petition to Governor Uikey marks a pivotal moment in their journey toward closure and serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of unresolved tragedies on communities and the imperative of a just and compassionate response from authorities.