The Supreme Court expressed shock over deaths in relief camps for internally displaced persons in Manipur and directed the chief secretary to file an affidavit on the cases. It also sought details on unnatural deaths, FIRs, investigations, compensation and camp safety
Y. Khemchand Singh alleged that vested interests were obstructing efforts to restore peace in violence-hit Manipur. Reaffirming his commitment to reconciliation, he said the government would continue outreach initiatives despite challenges and recent setbacks to the peace process