Ukhrul, September 11: The Tribal Youth Council Manipur (TYCM), Central Headquarters, has decided to seek legal aid from the High Legal Services Committee, Manipur, for filing a case before the Hon’ble High Court of Manipur against the appointment of two members of the Manipur State Commission for Scheduled Tribes (MSCST) on December 26, 2024, without issuing a public notice.
According to TYCM, the decision was taken during the Central Executive Council (CEC) meeting held on August 27, 2025. Subsequently, the High Legal Services Committee, Manipur, approved the request on September 10, 2025, and appointed Murtaza Ahmed, Advocate, High Court of Manipur, to represent the case. The Council informed that all necessary preparations have been completed and the case is expected to be filed in the coming week.
The TYCM stated that the practice of nominating candidates without an open invitation raises suspicions of nepotism or favoritism, with the possibility of nominating relatives, family members, or close associates of political figures or officers. Such practices, it added, deny deserving individuals the opportunity to fairly compete for these positions and violate their right to participate in the process, ultimately harming the interests and development of the tribal communities.
It further noted that the lack of transparency and fairness in the nomination process undermines the very essence of the Manipur State Commission for Scheduled Tribes (MSCST) and denies the tribal communities their rightful participation in shaping policies and decisions that directly affect them.
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The Tribal Youth Council Manipur (TYCM), Central Headquarters, expressed its sincere appreciation to the High Legal Services Committee, Manipur, for granting legal aid in this matter.