Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Monday inaugurated the state’s first Exclusive Special Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) at the Thoubal District Court Complex in Khangabok, Thoubal district.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the Chief Minister described the establishment of the court as a major milestone in strengthening the justice delivery system in Manipur. He expressed confidence that the dedicated NIA court would improve the judicial framework and ensure timely access to justice for citizens.
Referring to the prevailing law and order challenges in the state, Singh noted that litigants and stakeholders involved in NIA-related cases had previously been required to approach courts outside Manipur. With the establishment of the special court, such matters can now be handled within the state, making legal processes more accessible and reducing the financial burden and inconvenience faced by those seeking justice.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Justice of the High Court of Manipur, Justice M. Sundar, said the inauguration marked a significant milestone in the ongoing effort to strengthen judicial institutions in the state.
He emphasized that the establishment of the Exclusive Special Court should be viewed as part of a broader initiative to enhance Manipur’s judicial infrastructure and improve the administration of justice.
The inauguration programme was jointly organised by the Law and Legislative Affairs Department, Government of Manipur, and the High Court of Manipur.
Among those present at the event were Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam, Justice A. Guneshwar Sharma, Justice A. Bimol Singh, MLA Surjakumar Okram, Principal Secretary (Law) Arun Kumar Sinha, Commissioner (Home) N. Ashok Kumar, members of the Thoubal and Kakching District Bar Associations, advocates, and officials of the High Court.
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