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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Manipur govt notifies rules to ensure women's safety during nights in factories
IMPHAL: The Manipur government on Tuesday made it compulsory for factories to obtain the written consent of women to work night shifts, install proper lighting and CCTV cameras on the premises, and arrange secure transportation for women employees working late. New Manipur Civil Secretariat (File Photo) The provisions were incorporated in a notification issued on Tuesday by the state government's Department of Textiles, Commerce and Industry. The directive takes effect immediately. An official on Wednesday said women could still work beyond 7pm but this could only happen if they provide written consent, ensuring that no one is compelled to continue working during late hours against their will. 'To support this new regulation, the government has outlined several mandatory safety provisions. Factories are required to install proper lighting and CCTV cameras both inside and outside the premises to ensure continuous surveillance. Employers must also arrange secure transportation for women employees working late, ensuring they are safely dropped off at their homes after shifts', a senior government official said. A notification issued on Tuesday stated that, in addition to physical security, the government was also emphasising the importance of a healthy and respectful working environment. The notification called for the creation of workplace conditions that respect women's health, hygiene, and personal dignity, and that prevent the emergence of any hostile or discriminatory atmosphere. The notification also mandates strict adherence to the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. It said all factories are required to adopt a formal anti-sexual harassment policy. As part of the compliance process, each factory must appoint a dedicated grievance officer to address complaints and ensure that women's concerns are dealt with efficiently and fairly. The new order bars pregnant and lactating mothers from working 6am to 7pm. This aligns with protections outlined under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, which ensures that working mothers are not subjected to undue stress or conditions that may affect their health or that of their child. 'This measure highlights the state's commitment to safeguarding women's rights and ensuring their safety in the workplace,' Anurag Bajpai, additional chief secretary of the Department of Textiles, Commerce & Industry, said in the notification.
New Indian Express
22-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Naga organisations in Manipur urge PM, HM to halt fencing of India-Myanmar border
IMPHAL: Several Naga organisations in Manipur on Tuesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to immediately halt the fencing of India-Myanmar border and to restore the Free Movement Regime (FMR) within 20 days. The Naga organisations, which included the United Naga Council, All Naga Students' Association, Manipur, Naga Women's Union and Naga Peoples Movement for Human Rights South submitted the petition through Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla. The Raj Bhavan in an official statement said that representatives of UNC, ANSAM, NWU, and NPMHR-S met Governor Bhalla on Tuesday. "During the meeting, the representatives expressed concerns over ongoing developments impacting the hill areas, particularly in relation to the Free Movement Regime and border fencing," it said, adding that the "governor acknowledged the grievances raised and said that the matter would be looked into."
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Life hit in Manipur district as tribal outfit enforces shutdown over woman's death in crossfire
Representative Image IMPHAL: An indefinite shutdown was observed Friday in Manipur's Churachandpur and a 24-hour closure in Kangpokpi over the death of a tribal woman in crossfire the previous day between security forces and unidentified gunmen. Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) called the shutdowns, supported by civil society organisations in both districts. Deceased Hoikholhing Haokip was the wife of a village chief in Churachandpur, Manipur's tribal heartland. Forces launched an operation after a farmer, Ningthoujam Biren Singh, suffered a bullet injury in his arm in alleged shooting by unidentified gunmen while working in his paddy field on Thursday. The gunmen later opened fire on the forces, prompting a retaliation and the crossfire. Haokip was later found dead with a bullet wound. A hunt is on for the gunmen. CoTU described the attacks and death as "another targeted assault in a systematic campaign" and held state govt responsible for allowing such atrocities to unfold under its watch. Manipur has been under President's rule since this Feb. CoTU alleged that Meitei aggressors were being allowed to act unchecked and that failure to protect vulnerable populations had once again led to loss of life. CoTU also demanded immediate action against those responsible for the killing. Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights also condemned the killing of Haokip, calling it a horrific act of violence.
