Diamond jubilee celebration of TKWO kicks off
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 07 2022:
The Diamond Jubilee celebration of Thangmeiband Kabui Women�s Organisation (TKWO)kickedofftoday.
As a part of the celebration, a monolith of TKWO was unveiled by Khumukcham Joykisan, Thangmeiband AC MLA and the attendees observed one minute of silence in honour of the departed members of TKWO.
Presentation of cultural and musical performances were the main highlights of the programme.
During the programme, Lungaiphun Palmei, who secured 5 th position in the Commerce stream of the Higher Secondary Examination 2022 conducted by COHSEM was also felicitated.
Addressing the occasion as the chief guest, Kh Joykisan lauded the numerous contributions made by TKWO in the important issues of the State.
He also highlighted the role of the women's organization in the struggle against the use of drugs and alcohol.
The MLA further maintained that women also play a major part in the development of a society and 'without their contributions, a society cannot progress'.
While expressing belief that TKWO will continue to work earnestly for the wellbeing of the society, Joykisan gave assurance that the construction of TKWO office will begin from 2023 with the target of its completion within the same year.
Today's programme was also attended by TKWO president Ashimlu Remmei; Deputy Secretary Social Welfare Department, Ganguilu Gangmei; former Deputy Mayor, IMC Corporator Ward no.25, Sujata Phaomei and prominent members of Namthanlong Khul as the presidium members among others.