Taphou Kuki Youth Club celebrates Golden Jubilee
Source: The Sangai Express
Kangpokpi, December 29 2022:
Taphou Kuki Youth Club celebrated its Golden Jubilee today at (L) Paojahao Chongloi ground, Taphou Kuki village in Kangpokpi district.
The auspicious occasion was graced by the Textiles, Commerce & Industry, and Cooperation Minister, Nemcha Kipgen; Saikul AC MLA, Kimneo Haokip Hangshing; DC Kangpokpi, Kengoo Zuringla; Director, Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of Manipur, Phulen Meitei; and Taphou Kuki village chief, Lenkhomang Chongloi.
The celebration began with a welcome address by Manglal Chongloi, chairman of the Jubilee Committee.
Thangkhopao Chongloi, founder president of Taphou Kuki Youth Club then unfurled the youth club flag amidst the blowing of the traditional trumpet called Pengkul.
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Nemcha Kipgen unveiled the Taphou Kuki Youth Club Golden Jubilee monolith before it was dedicated by Kailal Chongloi, chairman Taphou Christian Church.
Nemcha Kipgen led the striking of the traditional gong "Dahpi" fifty times to mark the Golden Jubilee of Taphou Kuki Youth Club before she released the Jubilee Souvenir published by the Souvenir Committee to commemorate the momentous event.
Kimneo Haokio Hangshing released a couple of Doves as a mark of freedom and peace while Phulen Meitei released the Jubilee Balloon.
Addressing the mammoth gathering, Nemcha Kipgen appreciated the selfless dedication and the legacy built by the founding members of Taphou Kuki Youth Club.
Reiterating her intense campaign on War Against Drugs, the Minister said, "I came with a strong message to eradicate drugs in society as I strongly challenge the youth of Taphou Kuki to fight the war against drugs at the highest form to stop the practice and culture of drugs in the society" .
Manglal Chongloi shared that Taphou Kuki Youth Club was established in 1972 with a vision to evolve a new society and promote the growth of youths who are the future pillars of the Nation.
The founding president, secretary, other members and past leaders of the youth club were fittingly honored during the event while fitting tributes were also paid to the departed leaders of the youth club.
Awe-inspiring cultural performances from various cultural troupes including J Songtun Cultural Troupe, Hengbung Cultural Troupe, Taphou Kuki cultural troupe, etc marked the occasion.