Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, September 30 2009:
Apunba Manipur Matam Ishei Kanglup (AMMIK) has observed the 7th Manipur Matam Eshei Numit/Day today at Rup Mahal Theatre here.
The occasion was graced by Art and Culture Director Dr Kh Sorojini as the chief guest.
Apunba Manipur Matam Ishei Kanglup (AMMIK) president Thounaojam Samo was the functional president while renowned lyricist B Jayentakumar Sharma graced the function as the guest of honour.
Noted singer and eminent musicologist Laishram Birendrakumar was honoured by awarding the Lifetime Achievement Award on the occasion.
The award carries Rs 10,000 .
Other highlights of the programme included presentation of gift to family members of noted singer late Aribam Tombisana Sharma and paying floral tributes to the portraits of demised singers of the state.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Kh Sorojini said all concerned should contributes for the preservation of Matam Eshei/modern song.