Imphal, Sept 30: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has expressed strong determination in the pursuit of justice as a team of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officials commenced their investigation into the deaths of two youths who had gone missing in July. The CM assured that the culprits responsible for the death of the two students would be apprehended and held accountable.
On September 27, a CBI team, led by the agency’s Special Director Ajay Bhatnagar, arrived in Manipur to initiate an extensive investigation into the case. Chief Minister N Biren Singh announced this significant development during a press conference, emphasizing that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had personally assured him of the arrest and punishment of those responsible for the kidnapping and murder of the two youths.
“After landing in Imphal, they have commenced their investigation,” stated the chief minister, refraining from disclosing the precise location where the CBI team has begun its work.
Sources familiar with the investigation have indicated that the agency’s primary focus will be on identifying the scene of the crime, retrieving the victims’ bodies, and successfully apprehending and prosecuting the culprits.
The case, which has sparked outrage and protests in Manipur, revolves around the disappearance and subsequent deaths of two Meitei students. They had gone missing in July, leading to widespread concern and demands for a thorough investigation into their fate.
The involvement of the CBI, a federal investigative agency, in this case was seen as a significant development, reflecting the seriousness with which the central government views the matter. Chief Minister N Biren Singh echoed this sentiment during his press conference, highlighting the personal assurance of support from Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
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The families of the deceased students had been anxiously waiting for answers and justice, and the initiation of the CBI investigation has brought renewed hope for a resolution to the case.
However, the chief minister also cautioned against any prejudgment or assumption of guilt, emphasizing the need for a fair and unbiased investigation. He stated that the CBI team would work diligently to gather evidence, trace the events leading to the youths’ deaths, and bring the culprits to justice.
The case has brought attention to the issue of law and order in Manipur and raised concerns about the safety and security of its residents. The state government has been under pressure to address these concerns and ensure a thorough investigation that leads to accountability for those responsible.
As the CBI’s investigation gets underway, there will likely be increased scrutiny and public interest in the case. The people of Manipur, as well as the families of the deceased, will be looking to the investigative agency to uncover the truth and deliver justice.
Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s determination to see the case through and his assurance of accountability for the culprits signal a commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice prevails in Manipur. The progress and outcome of the CBI investigation will be closely watched, and it remains to be seen how the case unfolds in the coming days and weeks.
