Many observe Khongjom Day
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, April 23 2011:
Many political parties, social organisations also observed the Khongjom Day today at separate places.
The observance functions were marked by offering of floral tribute to the war heroes of the Khongjom War.
The Communist Party of India (CPI) observed the day at Irawat Bhavan with Agriculture minister Ph Parijat, CPI state secretary Ch Iboyaima, general secretary L Sotinkumar, A Lala and W Muhindro in the podium.
The observance function organized by the MPP at its office premises was marked by offering of floral tributes to the portraits of brave heroes and unknown warriors who sacrificed their lives in the battle of Khongjom.
Vice president of the party, Y Mangi led the MPP workers in offering the tributes.
The BJP also observed the day at its head office at Nityaipat Chuthek with Sh Shantikumar Sharma, president in the chair.
Among the civil organisations, Huyen Lallong Manipur Thang-Ta Cultural Association, Meira Paibi Welfare Association, Kangleipak (MEPWAK) observed the day at their office premises.