TAMOA Condemns Assault and Allegations, Announces Shutdown of RIMS Services

Imphal, Sept 21: The Teachers’ and Medical Officers’ Association (TAMOA), Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), has strongly condemned the recent violent assault on a senior consultant of RIMS and the spread of false allegations on social media. Expressing solidarity with the affected doctor, TAMOA termed the incident as highly unfortunate and unacceptable.

In response, TAMOA has announced the suspension of all RIMS services—including OPD, emergency, routine OT, and PME—effective immediately, until those responsible are booked, punished, and a safe working environment is guaranteed. However, it clarified that patients already admitted will continue to receive due care and treatment.

The association has also resolved to:

Urge RIMS authorities to lodge an FIR against the culprits and pursue legal action.

Ensure safety measures for healthcare providers within the RIMS campus.

Demand a formal statement of condemnation and clarification from RIMS authorities regarding the false allegations circulating online.

Call for an inquiry into the security lapses at RIMS.

TAMOA stated that normal duties will resume only when a safe and conducive working environment is ensured.

Copies of the resolution have been forwarded to various associations and unions within RIMS, including IMA Manipur State Branch, RDA, JDA, RIMSSU, NTEWA, and TNAI.