A complaint has been filed against Moirangthem Totomshana Nongshaba, an independent candidate contesting from the Inner Manipur Parliamentary Constituency in the forthcoming 18th Lok Sabha elections in 2024. The complaint alleges violations of the Model Code of Conduct.
In response, the Deputy Commissioner of Imphal East, Khumanthem Diana Devi, has taken action by writing to the Superintendent of Police of Imphal West District. Her letter, dated April 2, urges legal action against Nongshaba for alleged threats and intimidation.
The complaint stems from Nongshaba’s purported use of derogatory remarks directed at the Chief Minister of Manipur during a live telecast on April 2, 2024, aired on an OTT Platform. Nongshaba allegedly made threatening statements, suggesting physical harm towards the Chief Minister, indicating an intention to harm him whenever an opportunity arises.
However, the seriousness or intent behind Nongshaba’s statements remains unclear.
Khumanthem Diana Devi has requested legal action against Moirangthem Totomshana Nongshaba under Sections 500, 503, and 505 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, along with Section 125 of the Representation of People Act, 1951. The District Election Officer has mandated that an action taken report be submitted by April 5, 2024, to address the issue promptly.
