DCW chief Swati Maliwal on Sunday said that she will be visiting the strife-torn Manipur, despite the state government allegedly denying her permission for the visit. Earlier, on Saturday, she had alleged that the state government has refused her permission to visit the north-eastern state and interact with the victims of sexual assault.
In a tweet on Sunday, Maliwal stated that she requested the state Chief Minister N Biren Singh for an urgent meeting during her visit. As per the reports she was supposed to reach the state by noon today.
Manipur Govt recommended I consider postponing my visit due to law and order situation. After deliberation on their suggestion, have decided to fly to Imphal as planned. Sought time from Manipur CM. Will meet him & request him to come along to visit the sexual assault survivors. pic.twitter.com/Z8qycrnNQR
— Swati Maliwal (@SwatiJaiHind) July 23, 2023
The chairman also shared the letter she wrote to the CM wherein she requested him to facilitate her visit. She also assured that her visit will not create any problems for the state government.
Ms. Maliwal reached Imphal, Manipur, today and also interacted with the survivors of the sexual assault.
Interacted with locals in #Manipur. NCW and Union WCD minister need to visit the state ASAP and make efforts to restore peace. pic.twitter.com/2aqemXWYbt
— Swati Maliwal (@SwatiJaiHind) July 23, 2023