39th anniversary of AMWSRDS
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, June 25 2015 :
All Manipur Women's Social Reformation and Development Samaj(AMWSRDS), one of the main women organizations who since late 70's continued to take major roles for reforming Manipur society will celebrate its 39th anniversary on June 26.AMWSRDS which was formed on June 26, 1976 started giving first priority to eradicating intoxicants and drugs from our society, said Th Ramani, General Secretary AMWSRDS.
At a time when many youths of Manipur were about to be demoralized by such drugs the organization stood up and fought bravely to save the generation, it added.
When the Indian State oppressed the Manipuris, exploited the constitutionally granted rights the organization took up the role of meira paibi and fought against the Indian suppressors.
When Indian occupied forces tortured and exploited hill women like Rose, Luingamlathe organization shouldered the burdens and fought back against military might of India.
At a time when security forces started violating human rights under AFSPA, 1958 people could have seen the real power of Manipuri women, such as the protest at Kangla by Manipuri women cannot be easily kept behind our memories, it added.
At a time when Manipur's territorial integrity was threatened the organization contributed its part for the unification of the state.
The press statement further added that the organization will continue to fight against the draconian law AFSPA 1958 and will extend all supports to social activities to bring a peacefully united state.
It also appealed all meira paibis, CSO's, women organizations and members to attend and support the celebration.