*Imphal: The Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026 of the Indian Red Cross Society, Manipur State Branch (IRCS MSB) was held today at the Conference Hall, Lok Bhavan, Imphal.
Manipur Governor and President of IRCS MSB, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, presided over the meeting. Kaustabh Dinakar Kukde, Joint Secretary, Indian Red Cross Society National Headquarters, attended as Observer.
IRCS MSB Vice President Dr. RK Nimai, IAS (Retd), Chairman Narendra Nongomba, other office bearers, and Chairmen and Secretaries of various District Branches also participated in the meeting.
At the outset, a one-minute silence was observed to pay homage to members of the Indian Red Cross Society Manipur State Branch who passed away between 2023 and 2026. Prayers were offered for the departed souls to rest in peace and for the world to become a place of peace.
During the AGM, the Secretary’s report and the statement of accounts of the Society were unanimously passed. A new Management Committee for 2026–2029 was constituted with the approval of proposals for nominees from district branches for the three-year term, along with nominations from the State Branch.
Speaking at the event, Governor and IRCS MSB President Ajay Kumar Bhalla said the Indian Red Cross Society Manipur State Branch has carried out commendable work in the state and will continue to undertake initiatives for public welfare and relief.
He noted that without funding, work cannot be carried out and efforts will be made to seek support from CSR funds. He added that assistance from the government would also be extended where possible.
As a gesture of support from the Manipur government, he said efforts would be made to include an allocation in the annual budget and that he would personally extend help within his capacity. He expressed words of encouragement to Red Cross volunteers.
He also raised concerns that Red Cross volunteers, while serving the public, have faced incidents of obstruction, including ambulances being stopped on the road. He urged all concerned to ensure that such incidents do not recur.
