Govt Services Reach Tonzang Village

Tonzang, May 22, 2026: The “Jan Bhagidaari Abhiyan – Sabse Door, Sabse Pehle” outreach programme was successfully conducted today at Tonjang Village under Singngat Sub-Division with active participation from villagers and various government departments.

The programme was organised under the supervision of SDO Singngat, Samuel T. Lhungdim, with SDC Singngat Rex Lengen serving as overall in-charge, along with officials and staff of the Sub-Division Administration.

A large number of villagers attended the programme and appreciated the government’s initiative to bring essential services and welfare schemes directly to remote areas.

Several departments took part in the camp and provided services to the public. Aadhaar enrolment services were made available for villagers, while the Health Department conducted free health check-ups and distributed medicines. The Forest Department distributed free tree saplings and created awareness on forest protection and environmental conservation.

Officials from the Central Bank of India also participated in the programme and educated villagers about social security and insurance schemes, including PMJJBY and PMSBY, along with other banking-related services.

The Office of the SDO Singngat facilitated the issuance of important documents such as domicile certificates, tribe certificates and affidavits.

Under the Jan Bhagidaari Abhiyan, similar camps had earlier been organised at Muallum on May 19, Sumchinvum on May 20, Tangpijol on May 21 and Tonjang on May 22.

Village chiefs and residents expressed gratitude to the government and participating departments for successfully conducting the programme in such a remote area. Officials said the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to inclusive development and doorstep delivery of public services.

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IEC Outreach Campaign Continues Across Kamjong

Kamjong, May 22, 2026 (DIO): Outreach activities under the week-long Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign titled “Jan Bhagidaari – Sabse Door, Sabse Pehle” continued across Kamjong district. The campaign was launched by Deputy Commissioner Shri L. N. Kashung, IAS, on May 18.

Medical camps organised on May 19 in Kamjong, Kasom Khullen and Phungyar Sub-Divisions benefited 87 people, including 21 males and 66 females. Among them, 52 beneficiaries were from Kamjong, 21 from Kasom Khullen and 14 from Phungyar.

During the camps, health officials administered 21 HPV vaccinations and two routine immunisations. One malaria case, eight hypertension cases and two diabetes cases were also detected and treated.

On May 20, plantation drives and transect walks were carried out in different parts of the district. Around 80 saplings were planted at the District Headquarters in the presence of the Deputy Commissioner. Another 100 saplings each were planted at K. Leihaoram village under Kasom Khullen Sub-Division and at Phungyar village under Phungyar Sub-Division. A transect walk was also organised in Phungyar to encourage public participation in village administration and developmental activities.

On May 21, similar activities continued at Thawai village under Phungyar Sub-Division, where around 70 saplings were planted. Plantation drives and transect walks were also conducted in Kamjong Sub-Division. In addition, a medical camp at K. Leihaoram village screened 35 people and distributed medicines to beneficiaries.

The campaign is being conducted under the DAJGUA and PM-JANMAN initiatives of the Government of India and will continue till May 25, 2026.

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IEC Campaign Held at Lamlong Khullen in Tengnoupal

Tengnoupal, May 22, 2026 (DIO): Continuing the nationwide IEC Campaign under the Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan – Sabse Door, Sabse Pehle, the District Administration of Tengnoupal conducted an outreach programme today at the Community Hall of Lamlong Khullen village.

The saturation camp covered Lamlong Khullen and Khulsaibung villages under Machi Block. As part of the programme, Janjatiya Garima Utsav was organised to strengthen coordination between the administration and local communities. A health camp was also conducted to ensure essential services reached people in the villages.

Officials from various line departments, including Medical, DCPU, PHED, Social Welfare, Fishery, Veterinary, CAF & PD, RD & PR, Co-operative, and Agriculture, participated in the campaign. The departments created awareness about government welfare schemes, delivered services, and listened to grievances and needs raised by villagers for possible action and resolution.

The main objective of the campaign was to spread awareness about welfare schemes for tribal communities and to organise beneficiary saturation camps so that eligible residents could access government benefits more easily.

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IEC Campaign Reaches Remote Villages in Kangpokpi

Kangpokpi, May 22, 2026 (DIO): The fourth day of the “Sabse Door, Sabse Paas” Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Campaign was successfully conducted today in Champhai and Bungte-Chiru Sub-Divisions.

The IEC Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan is a special outreach initiative focused on tribal and remote areas, aimed at bringing government welfare schemes closer to local communities.

The programme was carried out under the supervision of Block Development Officers Shri Lamminlal Simte, MCS (ADM), for Champhai Block and Shri Hefajuddin, MCS, for Kangchup-Geljang Block. During the current phase, four villages in each block were covered to identify and enrol eligible beneficiaries under various schemes.

The camps offered several on-site services, including distribution of PM CMHT health cards, health screenings, assistance for applications, and document updation. Public grievances were also heard directly through Jan Sunwai sessions, alongside village immersion activities and door-to-door outreach by volunteers.

To ensure effective delivery of services, departments such as Health, Agriculture, Horticulture, Fishery, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj (RD&PR), and Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution (CAF&PD) took part in the campaign. Officials helped residents complete documentation, provided information materials, and linked people in remote areas to government welfare benefits.

The campaign covers 25 policy interventions under 17 Central ministries through the PM DASGVA framework, along with 11 additional interventions from 9 ministries under the PM JANMAN scheme.

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IEC Campaign Brings Govt Services to Remote Villages in Pherzawl District

Pherzawl, May 22, 2026 (DIO): Government services reached the doorsteps of people in remote villages of Pherzawl district today as the District Administration carried out a major IEC awareness and outreach campaign.

Held under the theme “Jan Bhagidaari Sabse Door, Sabse Pehle,” the programme covered Parbung in Tipaimukh Block and villages under Vangai Range, including Tuisen, Ankhasuo (Sibapurikhal), Lower Kharkhuplien, Kangreng and Ngampabung.

The campaign was led by Deputy Commissioner Smt. Mannuamching under the supervision of Additional Deputy Commissioner Shri Zosanglur Joute, along with SDO Shri Lalthanzam Infimate and other officials.

Villagers were able to access several government services at one place, including Aadhaar enrolment and updation, health check-ups, welfare scheme registrations, and Jan Sunwai (public hearing), where residents directly shared grievances with officials.

Medical teams also conducted health screenings and helped people enrol under health schemes such as Chief Ministergi Hakshelgi Tengbang (CMHT) and Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY). School children particularly benefited from Aadhaar enrolment, which is important for educational benefits.

The programme also included a tree plantation drive involving officials and villagers. 🌱

Residents, especially students and elderly people, appreciated the initiative, saying it saved them the time, cost and difficulty of travelling long distances for basic services.

The campaign reflects the administration’s ongoing effort to bring governance closer to remote communities. A similar awareness drive was earlier conducted at Henchungpunjee under Vangai Block earlier this week.

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CJI’s Remarks: A Blow to India’s Youth

WHEN the highest judicial officer in the country speaks, the nation listens. On 15 May 2026, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant triggered widespread conversation when he used provocative analogies during a courtroom hearing. Addressing a lawyer pursuing senior status, the CJI pulled up individuals allegedly attacking the legal system through social media. He remarked: “There are already parasites of society who attack the system and you want to join hands with them? There are youngsters like cockroaches, who don’t get any employment and don’t have any place in profession. Some of them become media, some of them become social media, some of them become RTI activists, some of them become other activists, and they start attacking everyone… and you people file contempt petitions!”

The choice of the word “cockroaches” from the highest bench represents a jarring departure from traditional judicial restraint. While the CJI clarified on May 16 that his oral observations were misquoted and meant specifically to call out individuals entering noble professions with fake, fraudulent degrees rather than the honest youth of India, the initial sting remains a vital talking point. In a country where the Supreme Court is looked upon as the ultimate shield for the common person, using words historically associated with extreme dehumanization highlights a profound friction between institutional frustration and public perception.

This outburst carries complex sociological weights when viewed against the backdrop of India’s current youth demographic. Born on 10 Feb 1962, Justice Surya Kant rose from humble roots to become a first-generation lawyer, assuming office as the 53rd Chief Justice of India on 24 Nov 2025, with his retirement scheduled for Feb 9, 2027. Yet, the generation he addresses today faces a grim economic landscape. India boasts a massive youth population, with individuals aged 15-29 making up nearly 27.5% of the total population. This represents a massive reservoir of human aspiration, but it is simultaneously a group bearing the structural brunt of severe joblessness.

In a defiant response to being called vermin, the youth launched a historic digital movement: the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP). Founded by activist Abhijeet Dipke on 16 May 2026, the movement became an instant sensation. By May 21, 2026, the CJP’s Instagram following skyrocketed to over 14.5 million, dwarfing the BJP’s 8.8 million. The movement represents “4 Days of Gen Z Energy” against “46 Years of Political Legacy”. Even after their X handle was withheld on May 21, the momentum only grew, proving that these “cockroaches” are resilient survivors of economic rot.

Such demeaning language from the highest seat of the judiciary is entirely unacceptable and must be strongly condemned by every Indian. When the sworn guardian of the Constitution strips struggling, jobless citizens of basic human dignity by branding them as “parasites” or “cockroaches”, it betrays an alarming disconnect from reality and an intolerance for public dissent. Unemployment is a structural failure of the state, not a moral crime committed by its victims. The citizens of India must collectively reject this harmful rhetoric and demand that those holding ultimate power remember they are accountable to the people.

~ Zogam Today | Editorial | 22.05.2026

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Revival of Indigenous Games Begins in Imphal

Imphal, May 21, 2026 (DIPR): The five-day “Revival of Indigenous Native Games” (RING) 2026 began on Thursday at Mapal Kangjeibung under the joint organisation of the Manipur Upliftment Centre and National Yuva Cooperative Society.

The event aims to celebrate indigenous games and living traditions that reflect the spirit, history and cultural identity of communities across generations, while empowering youths through sports and cultural heritage.

Speaking at the inaugural programme, Naorem Praveen, Commissioner of Youth Affairs and Sports, said Manipur is internationally recognised for its rich legacy of indigenous sports and native games. Referring to traditional sports such as Sagol Kangjei, Khong Kangjei and Yubi Lakpi, he stated that these games are deeply connected to the culture and identity of the people.

He stressed the importance of proper training, institutional support and early exposure for children to preserve and promote indigenous games. He also highlighted the tourism potential of Sagol Kangjei and called for dedicated training spaces and inclusion of native games in educational curricula.

The speakers noted that Thang-Ta, the traditional martial art form of Manipur, is now featured in national school championships. Youths were encouraged to channel their energy through sports and cultural activities, while stressing that such initiatives should be organised annually to safeguard native games and traditions.

Delivering the inaugural address, Pradip Phanjoubam, Senior Journalist and Editor of the Imphal Review of Arts and Politics, emphasised the urgent need to preserve Manipur’s traditional games as an integral part of the state’s sporting and cultural heritage.

“Our indigenous games are deeply connected to our identity and sporting culture. If we fail to preserve and promote them through collective and sustained efforts, there is a real danger that these living traditions may one day survive only in museums,” he remarked.

The programme also highlighted the contributions of pioneers in traditional sports, stating that their leadership plays a vital role in inspiring wider participation and awareness among younger generations.

Nameirakpam Kunjarani Devi, recipient of the Padma Shri, Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award and Arjuna Award, expressed willingness to share her expertise for youth development, stating that proper guidance could help talented youths build a better future.

Among others present on the dais were Lourembam Bikram Singh and eminent artist Lourembam Bedabati Devi, along with renowned sportspersons.

The celebration features demonstrations of indigenous sports and martial traditions including Thang-Ta (Huyel Langon), Arambai exhibition, Mukna Kangjei, Sagol Kangjei and Kom Archery exhibition.

The later phase of the event will be held at Khuman Lampak Sports Complex, where competitions and demonstrations of Thang-Ta, Kang and Mukna will take place simultaneously at the Indoor Stadium and Kangsang. The programme will also include competitions in Yubi Lakpi, Thouri Chingbi, Mukna and Kangjei.

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IEC Campaign Continues in Saikul, Kangchup Areas

THE third day of the “Sabse Door, Sabse Paas” Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Campaign was successfully conducted on Thursday in Saikul and Kangchup-Geljang Sub-Divisions, with two separate camps organised in each subdivision to reach remote villages of the district.

The IEC Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan is an awareness and outreach initiative focused mainly on tribal and remote areas, aimed at informing people about government welfare schemes and ensuring that eligible beneficiaries receive services through camps and grassroots-level activities.

The campaign includes awareness programmes on government schemes, village meetings, health screening and entitlement camps, Jan Sunwai grievance redressal sessions, and direct village-level interactions by officials and volunteers.

The awareness drive in Saikul and Kangchup-Geljang Sub-Divisions was supervised by Block Development Officers Shri Kaigoulal Kipgen, MCS, and Shri Hefajuddin, MCS, respectively. Under the programme, the Saikul block is set to cover seven villages through two camps, while the Kangchup-Geljang block will cover eight villages.

As part of the initiative, the Kangchup-Geljang Block Development Office organised a village-level camp at L. Hengjol under the “Jan Bhagidari – Sabse Door, Sabse Pehle” campaign. The event witnessed participation of around 100 villagers, including 70 males and 30 females, along with 20 government officials from six line departments, representatives of NGOs, SHGs and VDVKs, and village chiefs and headmen.

The camp focused on connecting remote communities with essential government services through awareness on eligibility criteria, beneficiary identification, assistance in form-filling, health screening, Jan Sunwai public grievance sessions and village-level discussions.

Departments participating in the outreach included Horticulture, Fishery, RD&PR, Health, Agriculture, and CAF&PD.

Officials stated that following the successful completion of the programme, photographs and video documentation were uploaded to the AdiPrasaran Portal, and the final event report was submitted to the SPOC (SPMU) TA & Hills.

The campaign covers 25 policy interventions under 17 Central ministries through the PM DASGVA framework, along with 11 additional targeted interventions from nine ministries under the PM JANMAN scheme.

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