'First government' formation day observance on Oct 18
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, October 04 2022:
Committee of Civil Societies Kangleipak (CCSK) will observe the 'First Government Formation Day' on October 18 at Chandrakirti auditorium to commemorate the day Manipur had its first democratically elected government.
Addressing the media at CCSK's New Checkon office, president Jeetendra Ningombana said that after the British rule ended in 1947 Manipur framed its own constitution followed by conduct of election as per the principle of Universal Adult Franchise.
Consequent to the election, Manipur formed its own government on October 18, 1948, he recounted and urged all concerned to attend the commemorative event during which subject experts and academicians will hold discussions on history of Manipur, differences between the present and past governments, perceptions and patriotic zeal of people of Manipur, etc.