World Red Cross Day observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, May 08 2012:
The World Red Cross Day was observed in the State today with the theme Youth on the Move under the aegis of Indian Red Cross Society, Manipur at its office located at MG Avenue.
The occasion was graced by Kh Joykishan, MLA of Thangmeiband AC and Commissioner, Art and Culture, Dr RK Nimai as the chief guest and president respectively.
Speaking at the observance function, Kh Joykishan said the role of Red Cross Society is laudable while calling the people to extend support to the society.
Extolling the voluntary role of the Red Cross Society, RK Nimai opined that the Society would achieve greater height of accomplishment when the younger generations join them.
Prizes were also distributed to the winners of the painting and extempore speech competition held ahead of the observance function.
General Secretary of IRCS-M, Dr M Lala also attended the function, among others.