Covid claims scribe
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, June 06 2021:
Yet another journalist from Manipur has fallen victim to COVID-19 .
Former president of All Manipur Working Journalists' Union, Sagolsem Hemant passed away a few days back after being infected with the virus.
Saikhom Santikumar, Sub Editor of Ireibak daily passed away at PGI Hospital, Chandigarh, today.
He was 51 .
AMWJU in its condolence message, said that Santikumar was admitted at PGI Hospital for kidney-related ailments on January 28, 2021 .
He contracted COVID-19 a few days back.
Members of AMWJU's standing and advisory committees observed two-minute silence during a condolence meeting held at Manipur Press Club and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.