Search for drowned farmer continues
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, June 15 2017:
Khaochangbung the farmer who drowned in Gundung (Imphal River) near Keithelmanbi village in Champhai Sub Division on June 13 is still missing despite efforts taken up by the surrounding villagers.
Speaking to media persons, chairman of Keithelmanbi village authority Dehlam Lhouvum stated that the search parties have been searching tirelessly but they have encountered tremendous problems due to the strong current of water.
He further stated that there are few suspected locations but the search parties could not execute without proper equipment and experts while adding that the search has been conducted in local areas till date.
While seeking the State Government's attention, Dehlam Lhouvum said that the Government needs to provide assistance in searching the body.
The (frowned farmer was the only bread earner in the family leaving behind three children and his wife, reports our correspondent.
TYA-GHQs met with the search parties and expressed heartfelt sympathy to the farm-er's family.