IMPHAL, August 30: Thangmeiband Kendra Development Organisation (TAKDO) and ex- MLA of Thangmeiband Constituency Kh Joykishan today distributed rice at subsidized rate to the people of the constituency.
Speaking to media persons, president of TAKDO Mutum Rajendro said that people in the valley are suffering and facing hardship due to shortage of essential needs especially rice on account of heavy landslides and fissure on the highways.
He further said that a joint team of TAKDO and the ex-MLA brought rice from the marker in higher rate and distributed 10 kg at Rs 10 per kg each to the households of the constituency.
He expressed discontentment on the government for remaining mute spectator while the people are suffering due to shortage of essential daily commodities.
The rice at subsidized rate was distributed to ensure that at least the people of the constituency are not let go hungry, he added.
He also assured that the organization will continue to extend possible help to the needy people of Thangmeiband constituency and also to the people of the State.
Places where the rice was distributed are Meinam Leikai, Kangjabi Leirak, Takhellabam Leikai, Thigenmaru, Thangmeiband Community Hall, Namthanlong (Muchi Khul), Neikalong, Tharon Junction and Hijam Dewan Leikai.