State observes 77th anniv of Flag Hoisting Day
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR
Imphal, April 14 2021:
The 77th anniversary of Flag Hoisting Day was observed today at INA Martyr's Memorial Complex, Moirang with Chief Minister N Biren Singh gracing the function as chief guest.
The function was organised jointly by the Department of Art and Culture, North Eastern Council (NEC) and Jawaharlal Nehru Manipuri Dance Academy, Imphal.
It was on 14th April 1944 that the flag of the Indian National Army was hoisted for the first time on Indian soil at Moirang.
After he arrived at the INA Martyr's Memorial Complex, N Biren unfurled India's tricolour and led the dignitaries in paying floral tribute to the statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose installed inside the complex.
On the occasion, N Biren recalled the invaluable contribution of Netaji in liberating the country from the colonial rule of the British.
He added that India had witnessed differences in ideology and ways used by different leaders during the freedom struggle against the British.
However, the contribution made by each one of them was impactful towards attaining the country's freedom.
Biren also stated that many other Indian leaders had also played significant roles during the freedom struggle but their contributions are not known by the people.
The CM further maintained that every citizen should have a sense of belongingness and bear the spirit of Nationalism.
N Biren informed that the INA Headquarter at Moirang would be well preserved in memory of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and the tricolour flag would also be installed at the place to make it a centre of attraction for tourists.
He further said that the State Government had agreed with the owner of the land where the INA Headquarters once stood for purchasing the same.
The CM then appealed to the people of Moirang not to raise any objection at the time when the owner is given an alternative space for his residence by the Government.
He also stressed the need to enlarge the current INA Memorial Complex.
Stating that love for the motherland and mutual respect are the foundation of a strong Nation, he appealed to the public to respect one another.
Chairman of Manipur State Pollution Control Board, L Radhakishore, MLA Moirang AC P Sharatchandra, retired Lieutenant General Dr Konsam Himalay and Commissioner (IPR) M Joy also attended the function among others.
During the function, cultural dance and songs were performed by different troupes.