Khongjom Day wishes
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 22 2019:
Governor Dr Najma Heptulla has conveyed her heartiest greetings to the people of Manipur on the occasion of Khongjom Day.
This day celebrates the indomitable spirit and courage of the Manipuris in the Anglo-Manipuri War 1891, where a handful of Manipuri soldiers driven by the love of their motherland fought against the mighty British empire and laid down their lives, said a message of Dr Najma.
Saying that no paeans would be enough to sing glory to these brave souls, the Governor appealed all to rededicate and reaffirm the pledge to preserve and protect the sovereignty and integrity of the country.
Chief Minister N Biren also greeted the people of Manipur on the occasion Khongjom Day.
Conveying that Khongjom Day reminds the people of the supreme sacrifice made by Paona Brajabashi and other valiant heroes of Manipur in the battle of Khongjom, the CM urged all to resolve to dedicate for the future of Manipur.
Works Minister Th Biswajit too extended his warm greetings to the people of Manipur and appealed all to renew the pledges to preserve and defend the sovereignty of the country.