Irom Sharmila appeals tourists to return home with fond memories of Manipur
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, November 28 2015 :
Irom Chanu Sharmila, who has been on fast since the last 15 years demanding the withdrawal of the controversial Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) 1958 on Saturday greeted and welcomed national and international who have come to participate in the ongoing Sangai Festival.
A statement signed by Sharmila appealed the tourists to return back home with fond memories of Manipur and after experiencing the shades of various indigenous traditions and cultures of both the hills and the valley.
"While leaving, please carry the message of Sharmila who has not had a single drop of water since November 5, 2000 demanding the repeal the AFSPA, 1958" said a message issued by Sharmila.