Birth anniv observation
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, May 09 2011:
The 150th birth anniversary observation of Rabindranath Thakur jointly organised by Manipuri Sahitya Parishad and Khenjonglang as part of the platinum jubilee foundation of the Manipuri Sahitya Parishad has concluded today at Rupmahal Theatre, Imphal.
Offering floral tribute to the photo of Ranbindranath Thakur marked the occasion.
Artistes of Khenjonglang also showed a play called 'Saru Polang' based on a short story of Rabindranath Thakur.
Dr S Thanilleima directed the play.
Renowned musicologist Laishram Birendrakumar and president, Manipur Sahitya Parishad Professor N Tombi graced the function as chief guest and president.
Dr RK Jogita recited a poem of Rabindranath Thakur in Bengali.
S Bhanumati again recited the Manipuri translation of the same poem to the audience.
Speaking in the occasion, Professor N Tombi said that Rabindranath Thakur was a great person who is respected by all.
He promoted Manipuri Dance which is one of the most extraordinary traditional dance forms of the country.
India government had also announced an international award in his name.
A seminar on 'Spiritual thought of Rabindranath and its religion' (Rabindranath ki Lairamlen-gi Oiba Wakhal Paring amasung Madugi Matung Inba Laining Lambi) was also held as part of the observation.
Professor Soyam Lokendrajit was the moderator of the session.
Dr RK Jogita also presented a special lecture on the life of Rabindranath Thakur.