Supreme Court Judges To Visit Manipur Relief Camps On March 22

A delegation of six Supreme Court judges, led by Justice BR Gavai, will visit relief camps in Manipur on March 22, 2025, to reinforce both legal and humanitarian support for internally displaced persons (IDPs) affected by the ongoing crisis.

The visit comes nearly two years after the sectarian violence of May 2023, which left over 50,000 people displaced and hundreds of lives lost.

The delegation, comprising Justices BR Gavai, Surya Kant, Vikram Nath, MM Sundresh, KV Viswanathan, and N Kotiswar Singh, will visit various relief camps across the state.

Their visit coincides with the Duodecennial Celebration of the High Court of Manipur, marking a significant milestone in the state’s legal and judicial landscape.

Strengthening Legal & Medical Aid For Displaced Persons

During the visit, Justice BR Gavai, who also serves as the Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), will virtually inaugurate several key initiatives aimed at aiding displaced communities.

Legal Services Camps and Medical Camps will be set up across all districts of Manipur, in addition to new Legal Aid Clinics in Imphal East, Imphal West, and Ukhrul.

The Legal Services Camps will help connect displaced individuals with essential government welfare schemes.

These services will provide access to benefits such as healthcare, pensions, employment opportunities, and the reconstruction of vital identity documents.

Government departments will outline five key schemes tailored specifically to address the needs of IDPs, ensuring they receive the support they are entitled to.

In addition to legal aid, a team of 25 specialized doctors from Chennai will provide medical care across the relief camps.

These medical camps will continue for six days, offering vital healthcare, treatment, and medicines to displaced families.

Role Of NALSA & MASLSA In Providing Support

The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) and the Manipur State Legal Services Authority (MASLSA) have played a crucial role in supporting the affected communities.

MASLSA has established 273 Special Legal Aid Clinics in relief camps, offering assistance to IDPs in accessing government benefits, lost documents, and medical aid.

This visit emphasizes the importance of continued legal and humanitarian support for marginalized communities in the region.

Commitment To Justice & Dignity

This initiative highlights NALSA’s commitment to ensuring that every displaced person has access to justice and resources.

By bridging the gap between legal rights and accessibility, NALSA aims to provide displaced individuals with the necessary support to rebuild their lives with dignity.

The Supreme Court judges’ visit emphasizes the ongoing need for legal and humanitarian assistance, ensuring that they do not leave the affected populations behind despite violence and displacement.

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