The Manipur government has taken swift action in response to the disturbing discovery of photos showing the bodies of two missing students, Hijam Linthoingambi, 17, and Phijam Hemjit, 20, that surfaced on social media after the restoration of mobile Internet in the state. The case has been promptly handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to ensure a thorough and impartial investigation.
In an official statement issued by the Manipur Chief Minister’s Office on September 25, it was emphasized that this case was already under the jurisdiction of the CBI, aligning with the wishes of the people of the state. The images, which have since gone viral, depict the two students in a grassy compound resembling a makeshift jungle camp of an armed group.
The Manipur police, in collaboration with central security agencies, have launched an active investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of the students and to identify those responsible for their murders.
The statement read: “In response to this distressing situation, the government assures the public that swift and decisive action will be taken against all those involved in the kidnapping and killing of Phijam Hemjit and Hijam Linthoingambi. The government is committed to ensuring justice prevails and will impose severe punishment on any perpetrators found responsible for this heinous crime. The Government encourages the public to exercise restraint and to let the authorities handle the investigation.”
Security forces have initiated a search operation to apprehend the culprits behind this tragic incident.
Summary:
- The Manipur government has handed over the case of two missing students, Hijam Linthoingambi, 17, and Phijam Hemjit, 20, to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) following the discovery of photos depicting their bodies on social media.
- The students had been missing since July, and the case has garnered widespread attention.
- The Manipur police, in collaboration with central security agencies, are actively investigating the case to determine the circumstances of their disappearance and to identify the individuals responsible for their murders.
- The government has vowed swift and decisive action against the perpetrators and encourages the public to allow authorities to handle the investigation.
