75 years of independence : CM flags off bike rallies to Mao, Moirang
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR
Imphal, August 14 2022:
Chief Minister N Biren Singh flagged off two motor bike rallies in celebration of 75 years of independence today from Hapta Kangjeibung to Moirang and Mao.
Chief Minister N Biren Singh welcomed the riders from different rider groups who were participating in the bike rally for Mao and said the riders would spread the message of India's Independence and the people's responsibility towards building unity in the country.
The Chief Minister further prayed for safe return of the riders.
He stated that the Nation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is celebrating the country's 75 years of independence as Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav and remembering the sacrifices of the people and leaders in their effort to achieve independence.
The second rally would ride till INA Martyrs' Memorial complex at Moirang, said N Biren welcoming the second group of riders participating in the Imphal-Moirang rally.
Further reminding the gathering of the sacrifices and contributions made by the many leaders and public in the fight against British for India's independence, the Chief Minister called on all to help in building a strong and united India.
DGP P Doungel said, "Whatever we do today becomes an example for unity and a show of the power of youth.
The power of youth that is channelized in the correct manner and used in a way that is befitting for the State as well as our community".
Chief Minister N Biren led the second rally on a motorbike while Forest and Environment Minister Thongam Biswajit led riders from altogether 22 rider groups to Mao.
Mementos were also distributed to the rider groups.
The rallies were organised by the Home Department in celebration of the 75 years of independence as part of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.
The flagging off ceremony was also attended by Ministers, MLAs, Chief Secretary Dr Rajesh Kumar and high ranking police officials, among others.