A delegation of 6 Supreme Court judges, led by Justice BR Gavai, will visit Manipur’s relief camps on March 22 to bolster legal and humanitarian aid for those affected by recent violence. This initiative underscores the judiciary’s commitment to supporting vulnerable communities in crisis situations.
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NEW DELHI: A group of six Supreme Court judges, led by Justice BR Gavai, will visit relief camps in Manipur on March 22, 2025, to provide legal and humanitarian support.
The delegation includes Justices BR Gavai, Surya Kant, Vikram Nath, MM Sundresh, KV Viswanathan, and N Kotishwar.
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This visit aims to strengthen legal and humanitarian support for those affected by the recent violence in the region. The judges will assess the conditions in the relief camps and identify areas where legal assistance is needed.
Previously, in February 2024, Chief Justice Siddharth Mridul of the Manipur High Court visited relief camps in Kangpokpi district. During his visit, he interacted with displaced individuals and distributed relief materials.
The upcoming visit by the Supreme Court judges underscores the judiciary’s commitment to addressing the humanitarian needs arising from the conflict in Manipur.
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By engaging directly with affected communities, the judiciary aims to ensure that legal support is accessible to those in need during these challenging times.
The northeastern Indian state of Manipur has been embroiled in ethnic violence since May 2023, primarily between the majority Meitei community and the minority Kuki-Zo tribes. The unrest began when the Meitei community sought Scheduled Tribe status, a designation that grants certain economic benefits.
This move was opposed by the Kuki-Zo tribes, leading to clashes that have resulted in over 250 deaths and displaced more than 60,000 people.
In response to the escalating violence, the Supreme Court of India has taken proactive measures to address the situation. On August 7, 2023, the Court established a committee led by retired Jammu and Kashmir High Court Chief Justice Gita Mittal to oversee relief and rehabilitation efforts in Manipur.
This committee’s tenure was recently extended until July 31, 2025, to ensure continued oversight of the humanitarian response.
Additionally, the Supreme Court has been actively monitoring investigations related to the violence. The Court has sought status reports from government agencies to ensure accountability and transparency in the probe.
These interventions by the Supreme Court underscore the judiciary’s commitment to upholding human rights and addressing the complex challenges arising from the ethnic violence in Manipur.
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