Meitei groups, former students criticise ‘media trial’ of Congress MP Bimol Akoijam
Civil society groups and former students are defending Congress MP Bimol Akoijam following his dismissal from Jawaharlal Nehru University over sexual harassment allegations. Supporters claim the inquiry was procedurally flawed and politically motivated, while critics demand further action.
Why it matters
The case reflects deep-seated political tensions in Manipur and raises questions about the intersection of academic disciplinary processes and political activism in India.
Meitei groups, former students criticise ‘media trial’ of Congress MP Bimol Akoijam left Imphal, Oct 14 (ANI): Congress MP Bimol Akoijam addresses his supporters after a return march rally in front of his residence at Keishamthong, in Imphal on Wednesday. (ANI Photo) ANI Vishma Ahanthem https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/f9uket/article71589765.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/20261014346L.jpg ANI Imphal, Oct 14 (ANI): Congress MP Bimol Akoijam addresses his supporters after a return march rally in front of his residence at Keishamthong, in Imphal on Wednesday. (ANI Photo) Supporters said the professor’s dismissal was rushed, procedurally flawed, and politically charged NEW DELHI Certain civil society organisations representing the Meitei community and Manipuris in Delhi issued a statement on Thursday (October 15, 2026) calling for an end to the “political theatrics and media trials” that have overshadowed the “handling” of sexual harassment charges against A. Bimol Akoijam, a former professor and sitting Inner Manipur Congress MP.
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