MPCCR takes cognisance of denial of treatment to electrocuted minor from Ukhrul

The Manipur Commission for Protection of Child Rights (MPCCR) has taken suo motu cognisance of the alleged failure of the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Lamphelpat, to admit a critically injured minor citing non-availability of beds.
The case pertains to a 14-year-old child from Ukhrul district who sustained grievous electrocution injuries on April 22, 2026, at around 10:00 am, reportedly due to an exposed high-tension line under Transmission Division-IV of the Manipur State Power Company Limited (MSPCL). The child was initially treated at the District Hospital, Ukhrul, and subsequently referred to RIMS, Imphal. However, the minor was allegedly denied admission on April 30 and May 2 due to lack of bed availability and continues to remain in critical condition.
Invoking provisions under Sections 13(1)(a), 13(1)(c) and 13(1)(j), read with Sections 14, 27 and 28 of the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005, the Commission has issued urgent directions to RIMS authorities to admit the child on priority, ensure comprehensive specialised medical treatment, including psychological care, and submit a detailed medical status report within 48 hours.
The Commission has also directed MSPCL to bear the full cost of medical treatment, including hospitalisation and rehabilitation, provide immediate interim relief to the victim’s family, and initiate a time-bound compensation process in view of alleged negligence. MSPCL has been asked to submit an Action Taken Report within 15 days.
Further, the Deputy Commissioner of Ukhrul has been instructed to extend necessary support and coordination to the family and ensure compliance with the Commission’s directives within 15 days of receipt of the order.
The incident has raised serious concerns over both public safety infrastructure and access to emergency healthcare services in the state.