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Supreme Court reprimands Manipur over 25 unnatural deaths in relief camps
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 07:37 AM
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The Supreme Court has pulled up the Manipur administration for 25 unnatural deaths that occurred in relief camps, urging the Chief Secretary not to seek further orders.
The apex court on Monday expressed strong displeasure with the Manipur state administration after 25 unnatural deaths were reported in relief camps set up for flood‑affected residents. In its observations, the bench warned the Chief Secretary against inviting further orders from the court, indicating that the matter required immediate corrective action by the state.
The court noted that the deaths, which occurred despite the presence of relief infrastructure, raised serious questions about the adequacy of safety measures and medical assistance provided to evacuees. It directed the state to submit a detailed report on the circumstances leading to each death and the steps taken to prevent a recurrence.
Manipur officials have been asked to cooperate fully with the court's directives and to ensure that relief operations adhere to established protocols. The Supreme Court's intervention underscores the judiciary's role in overseeing disaster management and safeguarding vulnerable populations.
The incident has sparked concerns among human‑rights groups, who have called for an independent inquiry into the handling of the relief camps. The court's admonition aims to prompt swift remedial measures and accountability within the state machinery.
The court noted that the deaths, which occurred despite the presence of relief infrastructure, raised serious questions about the adequacy of safety measures and medical assistance provided to evacuees. It directed the state to submit a detailed report on the circumstances leading to each death and the steps taken to prevent a recurrence.
Manipur officials have been asked to cooperate fully with the court's directives and to ensure that relief operations adhere to established protocols. The Supreme Court's intervention underscores the judiciary's role in overseeing disaster management and safeguarding vulnerable populations.
The incident has sparked concerns among human‑rights groups, who have called for an independent inquiry into the handling of the relief camps. The court's admonition aims to prompt swift remedial measures and accountability within the state machinery.