Nemcha unveils statue of freedom fighter Pasut Singson
Source: Chronicle News Service

Kangpokpi, March 24 2023: Textiles, Commerce and Industries & Cooperation minister Nemcha Kipgen unveiled a bronze statue of legendary freedom fighter Sutmang alias Pasut Singsit at Gopibung village in Kangpokpi district on Friday.

The minister attended the historic occasion as chief guest while MLAs LM Khaute (Churachandpur), Letjamang Haokip (Henglep) and Kimneo Hangshing (Saikul) were guests of honour.

Newly reinstated ADC Sadar Hills caretaker chairman Haokholal Hangshing attended as functional president.

Minister Nemcha unveiled the statue of Sutmang Singsit, erected by the Singsit Organisation at Gopibung village, in the presence of other dignitaries.

Rev Ginkhosiem Singson, executive director ECA, dedicated the statue.

The statue was dedicated to all the Indian freedom fighters.

Popularly known as Pasut, Sutmang Singsit was born on March 18, 1879 .

According to the Singsit Organisation, Pasut performed the Thadou traditional war rituals by piercing Mithun's side thrice with a spear and chopping off its tail thereby declaring war on the mighty British imperialists on March 17, 1917 at Jampi village in Manipur.

Pasut Singsit spearheaded many attacks on the British forces and became a thorn in their flesh during the Thadou Gal (Thadou War) from 1917-1919 .

Minister Nemcha Kipgen, while paying her respect and tribute to freedom fighter Pasut Singsit, said that his indomitable courage, dedication, and noble sacrifice were unparalleled.

She continued that it would not have been possible without the efforts of our freedom fighters in the past to see what India is today and urged everyone to honour their sacrifices which would only be possible if every citizen of India stand united in any circumstances.

The minister also said that freedom fighters like Pasut Singsit inspired others to understand their rights and stand up against the people in power, while adding that it was because of the freedom fighters that the countrymen united with a bond of nationalism and patriotic feelings.

Freedom fighters are considered to be the propelling force behind the success of the freedom struggle and they are the reason why we can now proper in a free country, Nemcha added.

The minister also suggested the Singsit Organisation and other civil society organisations set up a war memorial cemetery where all names of the Thadou freedom fighters during the Thadou Gal are erected to signify their contribution towards the freedom movement.

Other dignitaries also spoke on the momentous occasion.

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