Manipur Violence, Tenure Of Justice Gita Mittal Committee Extended Till July 31

Supreme Court Extends Tenure of Justice Gita Mittal Committee Till July 31 The Supreme Court has extended the tenure of the Justice Gita Mittal Committee until July 31, 2025. The committee is currently working on humanitarian issues related to the ethnic violence in Manipur. Key Decisions by the Supreme Court: Extension of the Committee's Work: The bench, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna along with Justices Sanjay Kumar and Joymalya Bagchi, stated that the committee, chaired by former Jammu and Kashmir High Court Chief Justice Gita Mittal, will continue its work till July 31, 2025. Clarity on Sexual Violence Cases: The Court confirmed that cases of sexual violence, which were transferred to Assam for pre-trial procedures, will now be tried in Guwahati courts. Committee Reports to the Government: The Court directed that the committee’s reports should be shared with the government, except for those containing sensitive information. Time Extension for Union Government: The Central Government was given three more weeks to submit a list of properties that were burned, looted, or occupied during the ethnic violence. Earlier, on December 9, the Court had asked for this list to be submitted in a sealed cover. Next Hearing Scheduled: The case will now be heard again on July 21, 2025. Background of the Justice Gita Mittal Committee The Supreme Court set up this committee in August 2023 after criticizing the Manipur Police for slow investigations. The Court also expressed deep concern over the sexual violence committed against women during the ethnic clashes in the state. The committee consists of: Justice Gita Mittal (Former Chief Justice of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court) Justice Shalini Phansalkar Joshi (Former Judge of the Bombay High Court) Justice Asha Menon (Former Judge of the Delhi High Court) Responsibilities of the Committee The committee is responsible for addressing the humanitarian crisis caused by the violence. Its key tasks include: Investigating cases of violence against women in Manipur since May 4, 2023. Suggesting steps to support survivors, including psychological, social, and economic assistance. Ensuring medical and psychological care for victims. Improving conditions in relief camps for displaced people and recommending additional camps if needed. Overseeing the distribution of compensation to victims of sexual violence and their families. Case Details Case Name: Dinganglung Gangmei vs. Mutum Churamani Meetei and Others Diary No.: 19206/2023 The Supreme Court's decision aims to ensure justice and rehabilitation for those affected by the ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur.