117th birth anniversary of Kshetrimayum Yaima observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 29 2023:
Kshetrimayum Yaima Foundation observed the 117th birth anniversary ceremony of noted educationist Ksheitrimayum Yaima at the residence of Kshetrimayum Subadani in Kwakeithel Moirangpurel Leikai today.
As per a release issued by Rakesh Naorem, secretary, Kshetrimayum Yaima Foundation, the gathering paid tribute to the deceased educationist with the offering of floral tribute on his portrait.
Aside from this, Kshetrimayum Yaima memorial lecture programme and a poetry reading session were the main highlights of today's event.
Khomdram Sarojnalini Devi, retd Associate Professor Thambal Marik College, Oinam and Okram Sumati Devi, retd Associate Professor GP Women's College, Imphal presented lectures on the life and contribution of Kshetrimayum Yaima.
Further, Rajkumar Bhubonsana, noted writer and Sahitya Akademi Awardee, presided over the poetry reading session.
Dignitaries present at the 117th birth anniversary ceremony include Professor Nahakpam Aruna, Dean, School of Humanities, Manipur University as the functional president; Oinam Romio Singh, Councillor, Keishamthong A/C Ward No 13 as the chief guest and Assistant Professor Dr Laishram Landhoni Devi as the guest of honour.
Speaking on the occasion, Kshetrimayum Subadani, president Kshetrimayum Yaima Foundation and daughter of Ksh Yaima stated that the Foundation will select books authored by writers of the State and help in publishing them.
Further, she shared that she would donate land to facilitate the construction of the Foundation's office.
Rakesh Naorem also addressed the gathering and stated that Kshetrimayum Yaima Singh was an eminent educationist who spread the light of education.