IMPHAL, SEP 10: Manipur chief minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Thursday assured justice for the Manipuri musician allegedly murdered in New Delhi.
Singh visited the deceased’s residence in Imphal’s Thangmeiband Lourung Purel Leikai and met parents, wife and son of the deceased musician and music teacher Chongtham Vikram.
He expressed sorrow over the incident and assured the family of all possible government assistance and support.
Local MLA Khumukcham Joykisan Singh was also present during the chief minister’s visit.
While speaking to the family members of the deceased, the chief minister assured them that justice would be delivered and that the culprits would be brought to justice for the crime committed.
Singh expressed profound sorrow over the incident, which claimed the life of an innocent person who had done no wrong.
The chief minister personally met and talked to the deceased’s parents, wife and son and assured the bereaved family of extending all possible assistance and support. Chongtham Vikram, a respected musician and music teacher from Manipur, died following a brutal assault at his residence in Kilokri, New Delhi. He is survived by his wife and son. The tragic incident triggered widespread condemnation not only in Manipur and other northeast states but also in the national and state political circle. His family and fellow musicians are demanding justice and greater safety for people from the Northeast
Manipur CM assures justice to family of musician
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