Manipur Cabinet increases ex-gratia for Army, CAPF, and families of missing persons amid ongoing violence

The Manipur Cabinet approved ex-gratia payments to Army and Central Armed Police Force personnel for deaths and injuries. Families of 49 missing individuals will receive similar financial support due to ongoing search efforts. Additionally, the cabinet enhanced pensions for retired journalists to match current living costs. The approval aims to address the hardships faced by affected families since the violence began in May 2023.