A newborn infant boy was found abandoned at the cradle point of MMKS Children’s Home, Dewlahland, on October 27 at around 6.54 pm.
Following the information, teams from the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Imphal East, Specialised Adoption Agency (SAA) and Child Welfare Committee (CWC), Imphal East, rushed to the spot and rescued the infant.
The baby was subsequently examined at JNIMS Hospital, where he was found to be healthy. He was later named Atangba and placed under the care and protection of SAA, Imphal East.
According to an official statement, the matter was reported to Imphal Police Station, where a General Diary entry was registered under GD No. 07/IPS/2026 on October 28.
The authorities have appealed to anyone who can establish the identity of the child and their relationship with him to contact SAA, Imphal East, with valid documents proving identity and relationship within 60 days from the date of publication of the notice. The claim must be made by 5 pm on the 60th day. Failure to do so may lead to further proceedings to declare the child legally free for adoption under the Adoption Regulations, 2022.
For information or assistance, the public may contact SAA, Imphal East, at 9856863953; DCPU Programme Officer (NIC) at 7085247502; CWC, Imphal East, at 8787564077; or Child Helpline 1098.