Financial aids for publishing Irabot's lyrics
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, September 23 2012:
To preserve the lyrics of the songs penned by Hijam Irabot, Department of Arts and Culture, Government of Manipur would now be extending financial assistance for publishing the lyrics of the late leader.
This was announced by Director of Arts and Culture Dr K Sobita at the 18th Jananeta Irabot Seitha Eeshei Competition held at Rup Mahal Hall, here today.
The competition was organised by All India Youth Federation, Manipur State Council.
Speaking on the occasion as Chief Guest, Dr K Sobita said that Hijam Irabot was a great leader who sacrificed his life for the welfare of Manipur.
He was a man who did not believe in racial discrimination.
While observing his memorial services, people of the state should understand the thoughts of the late leader and follow his footsteps.
President, AIYF, Manipur State Council, Sh Purnimashi presided over the function.
Retired Chairperson of Manipur Building and Construction Workers Welfare Board G Tombi Sharma and Executive Engineer TP Cell Joykumar also attended the function as Guests of Honour.