Governor Extends Financial Aid to Strengthen ‘Mama’s Gift’ Nutrition Initiative for Displaced Children

The Governor of Manipur, Shri Ajay Kumar Bhalla, today extended financial assistance to the Manipur State Rural Livelihoods Mission (MSRLM) to strengthen the development and distribution of “Mama’s Gift”– a locally prepared nutritional supplement designed to meet the needs of displaced children aged nine months and above.

Developed under the technical guidance of doctors and nutritionists from the National Health Mission (NHM), Manipur, Mama’s Gift is produced by the Lamyanbi Village Level Federation (VLF), Khurai, under the MSRLM. The initiative has so far benefitted more than 1,000 children residing in relief camps across nine districts, including Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Jiribam, Kakching, Tengnoupal, and Kangpokpi.

The Governor commended the collective efforts behind the project, describing Mama’s Gift as “a symbol of community care and resilience.” He noted that the contribution from Raj Bhavan, Imphal, represents a humble gesture to support the wellbeing of children and to encourage sustained compassion and collaboration among communities.