At least 212 refugees from Manipur, who sought safety in Myanmar during the ethnic violence have returned home. This was informed by Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on August 18.
Manipuri Refugees Return Home From Myanmar
The Chief Minister said that 212 Indian citizens belonging to the Meitei community who sought safety across the Myanmar border returned to Moreh town of Manipur.
Taking to ‘X’ platform, he said, “Relief and gratitude as 212 fellow Indian citizens (all Meiteis) who sought safety across the Myanmar border post the May 3rd unrest in Moreh town of Manipur, are now safely back on Indian soil. A big shout out to the Indian Army for their dedication in bringing them home. Sincere gratitude to GOC Eastern Command, Lt Gen. RP Kalita, GOC 3 Corp, Lt Gen. HS Sahi and CO of 5 AR, Col. Rahul Jain for their unwavering service.”
The Assam Rifles with the coordination of Civil Administration and Police ensured safe return of the refugees from Myanmar to Moreh Camp of Assam Rifles. 400 displaced people have been assisted by the Assam Rifles and Manipur Police to safely return from Myanmar to Manipur.
