Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Manipur Governor Seeks Rs 1,000 Crore from Centre for Assistance
Manipur's government is asking the Central government for money because of problems caused by violence.
The Governor wants Rs 1,000 crore to help pay for things like pensions and security.
They're also asking for Rs 500 crore sooner to cover immediate costs.
Because of the unrest, the state hasn't been collecting as much money from taxes, which makes it hard to pay for important things.
The money would also help them fund local projects and catch up on payments they owe.
Manipur Governor seeks Rs 1,000 crore from the Centre.
The request is for special assistance due to ethnic violence impact.
Governor also requested early release of Rs 500 crore for immediate needs.
Finance Ministry has decided to grant additional Rs 500 crore.
Reduced revenue collection is a key concern for the state.
- Who
- Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and the Central government.
- What
- Manipur seeks Rs 1,000 crore special assistance from the Centre.
- When
- Three months after President's Rule.
- Where
- Manipur, India.
- Why
- To address financial issues stemming from ethnic violence and its impact on revenue collection.
- Requested Assistance
- Rs 1,000 crore
- Requested Early Release
- Rs 500 crore
- Additional Funds Granted
- Rs 500 crore
- Pension Backlog
- Rs 600 crore
- Tax Revenue Loss 2024-25
- Rs 1,554 crore