Tributes paid to eminent Shumang Leela artist Chanam Nilbir Meetei
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 12 2022:
State level tribute was paid to eminent Shumang Leela artist (L) Chanam Nilbir Meetei who strove earnestly for the development of Shumang Leela artform since 1960s during a condolence meeting held today.
The condolence meeting was held at the residence of the deceased at Kongba Laishram Leikai.
Life time secretary of Manipur State Shumang Leela Council, Sougrakpam Hemanta while speaking at the occasion, recalled the countless and significant contributions of the late artist for Shumang Leela artform.
The late artist cum director was well-known for his role as 'Pranam Singh in Yairipok Thambalnu' .
Linthoingambi Jatra Cum Drama Association, Imphal Jatra Cum Drama Association, Meitei Leima Jatra Cum Drama Association are some of the organizations he was associated with.
The attendees which include prominent members of Manipur State Shumang Leela Council, Shumang Leela artists and well wishers also shared the pain and grief of the bereaved family and prayed for the peace of the departed soul.
They maintained that his demise will be an irreparable loss for Shumang Leela fraternity and for the State as well.