39th Foundation Day
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, June 26 2015 :
The 39th Foundation Day of All Manipur Women Social Reformation and Development Samaj (Nupi Samaj) was observed today at Lamyanba Shanglen, Konung Lampak.
The observation was marked by paying homage to the pioneers of the organisation.
Speaking at the programme, Keisham Taruni Leima, president of the organisation, said that Manipur Women Social Reformation and Development Samaj (Nupi Samaj) was founded on June 26, 1975.The organisation primarily launched various campaigns against domestic violence and drug abuse so as to improve the lives of women and children and make the society a better place to live in.
The organisation has also been supporting all forms of democratic agitation for repealing AFSPA from the State.
President of Apunba Manipur Kanba Ima Lup (AMKIL), Phanjoubam Sakhi Leima said that the organisation which was initially founded to fight drug abuse and domestic violence has now become one of the primary women organisations in terms of crusading for all kinds of injustices.
The programme was also attended by various women organisation leaders.