23rd Foundation Day of SDO Pallel Observed
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Kakching, December 15 2014:
The 23rd foundation day of Social Development Organization (SDO), Pallel was organized under the theme "Igniting the youths for a better tomorrow" at Pallel Khongnang Achouba in Thoubal District today.
Govindas Konthoujam, Minister, Commerce and Industries, Sericulture, Veterinary and Animal Husbandry; Y.Surchandra Singh, MLA Kaching A/C, Kh Menjor Mangang, Founding Chairman KM Blooming Higher Secondary School, Khangabok and RK.
Somendro @ Kaiku, renown Maniwood Star graced the function as the Chief Guest, Functional President, Guest of Honour and Special Guest respectively.
Apart from exhibiting Khamba Thoibi Dance, Pung chalom and Tarao Cultural dances, gifts were also presented to 6 oldest elders of the village including 3 elderly women during the function.
Prizes for Cleanliness drive competition, which was held in connection with the Irabot Day, were also distributed besides presenting a citation and shawl to renowned Manipuri Film actor RK.
Somendro @ Kaiku for his contribution towards the Manipuri Films.
While speaking as the Chief Guest, Commerce and Industries Minister Govindas Konthoujam said without Unity, there can't be peace and if there is no peace, there will be no development.
So, We should bear in our mind that a unity between valley and hill dwelling brethrens who were settled together since time immemorial is a must for the development of our state, added the Minister.
While stating that many changes have taken place in Manipur as result of the Indian Government policy of Look East Policy now Act East Policy, the Minister also stated that we must accept such changes and try to keep pace with it, he added.
He further said that Pallel is situated at a strategically important place where south-east Asian countries will pass through.
As such, an Integrated Logistic Hub will be established at Pallel by State Government under the leadership of Chief Minister O.Ibobi Singh.
The Integrated Logistic Hub will provide employment opportunities and improve the economy of the local populace which in turn will bring development, he added.
Kakching MLA, Y.Surchandra singh also said that Pallel is located at a strategic place since World War 2.And as a result of Asian Highway passing through it, a lot of changes will take place in and around Pallel.
So, the people of Pallel should go along with changes and should try to reap the benefits from such changes, said the MLA.
He also said that the state government has sent a proposal for construction of Dam at Kangoi Irangpham to the central government for its approval.
If this big dam could be constructed, it would bring more development and the people of pallel will also benefits from the project as it will provide electricity and water for irritation, said the MLA.