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138th birth anniversary of Laikhuram Khagendrajit observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, September 13 2022:
The 138th birth anniversary of freedom fighter Laikhuram Khagendrajit was observed at the office of Khagendrajit Research Committee at Wangkhei Keithel Ashangbi today organised by the Committee.
The observation was graced by Dr Sharatchandra Longjomba, faculty member of Manipuri Department, Dhanamanjuri University and Khagendrajit Research Committee president, Dr M Kunjabihari as the presidium members.
During the occasion, homage and floral tributes were paid to portraits of the freedom fighter and his associates who have strove earnestly for the upliftment of indigenous culture, tradition, language and games.
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Addressing the gathering, Dr Sharatchandra Longjomba categorically stated that freedom fighter Laikhuram Khagendrajit was among the prominent personalities who made selfless efforts to promote the indigenous culture and tradition of the State among the Manipuri diaspora.
While talking about the contributions of Laikhuram Khagendrajit in the field of arts, he maintained that today's generation should follow his principles and the research scholars and teachers of colleges and universities in the State should analyse and study about him.
He also stressed on the need of publishing books and life sketches of this eminent personality who have made innumerable contributions for the welfare of Manipuris to carry forth his legacy in generations to come.
Dr Sharatchandra also recalled Laikhuram Khagendrajit as an influential individual who had attended the 47th Congress Meet along with Queen Ratna Manjuri of Tripura and had met with renowned leader Pandit Motilal among others.
Mentioning about his significant step of founding Meetei Mayek High School, he maintained that it is essential to revive the principle and thinking of Laikhuram Khagendrajit to instill the same in the present and future generation.
Speaking at the occasion, Dr M Kunjabihari also emphasized on the importance of acknowledging the innumerable contributions of Laikhuram Khagendrajit in various fields and to follow his footsteps for a progressive society.
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