Inner Manipur Parliamentary Constituency Member of Parliament Angomcha Bimol Akoijam on Monday raised serious concerns over the continuing violence and humanitarian crisis in Manipur during Zero Hour in the Lok Sabha, calling for urgent discussion, accountability, and restoration of basic rights.

Drawing attention to recent incidents, Akoijam referred to the killing of engineer Mayanglangbam Rishikanta Singh, stating that the victim had pleaded for his life with folded hands before being shot dead by suspected armed assailants. He described the image of Rishikanta’s folded hands as a powerful symbol representing “hundreds killed and thousands displaced,” reflecting the collective plea of the people of Manipur for justice and protection.

The MP further linked the incident to other cases of violence, including the killing of two young women in Imphal and the brutal murder of six women and children who were reportedly taken hostage during the conflict. He said these incidents highlight the scale and severity of the ongoing crisis.

Highlighting the plight of displaced persons, Akoijam noted that many continue to live in relief camps and remain unable to return to their homes. He stressed that citizens are demanding their constitutional right to resettle and live with dignity in their own state. He also pointed to continued restrictions on free movement, alleging that access to highways and even airports has remained limited for affected populations for nearly three years.

Urging the House to allocate time for a detailed discussion, the MP raised concerns over what he termed as the “denial of human rights” and the absence of a clear roadmap to restore normalcy. He maintained that the crisis requires both parliamentary attention and decisive intervention from the Union Government.

He also questioned the delay in institutional response, noting that an Inquiry Committee set up in 2023 to investigate the violence has yet to submit its report despite a six-month deadline. He asked whether there is reluctance on the part of the Government of India to fix responsibility for the violence.

In his concluding remarks, Akoijam cautioned against treating Manipur as a subordinate entity, asserting that it is an integral part of the Union of India and deserves equal respect, justice, and constitutional protection. He reiterated that the voices of the affected people must be heard and called for immediate steps to ensure accountability and lasting peace.