Rishang lashes out at Naga crusaders
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 17 2011:
Rajya Sabha MP Rishang Keishing has lambasted the recent quit notice serve by Naga Crusaders to Meiteis as sheer nonsense aimed at upsetting the integrity of Manipur.
He further advised the so-called Naga crusaders to stop scheming for straining the cordial relationship between the hill people and plain people who have been living in harmony since ages.
Former Chief Minister Rishang Keishing was speaking as chief guest at the closing ceremony of Tal Phangnaba organised by Samurou Sangeet Natya Vidyalaya at Naorem Chaprou Panthoibi Shanglen (community hall) today.
He also condemned the quit notice served to Meiteis by Naga Crusaders.
It would be in the best interest of all concerned to stop conspiring for devastation of the whole State as if there is conflict between the hill people and plain people who have been living together for centuries, he stated.
It would be best appreciated if the Naga and Kuki armed groups as well as those operating in the valley concentrate on seeking ways and means to strengthen mutual love and cordiality among different communities.
Conflict and confrontation are manifestation of shunning development and progress, he asserted.
If one has to name the oldest and biggest political party in the country, it is obviously Congress, the seasoned politician claimed.
He went on to claim that the same party has been safeguarding the integrity of both India and Manipur.
Being a big party, there may be tainted individuals/politicians within the party.
Such tainted individuals should be expelled from the party and strengthen the party.
Those serving the people should understand that development and prosperity of the society would secure their own welfare, he asserted.
Calling upon the people not to be swayed by money at the time of elections, he exhorted the public to vote for candidates who are committed to welfare of the State and the people.
He also appealed to support MPCC vice-president Sagolsem Achouba.
Observing that Manipur is known across the world for its rich art and culture and sporting excellence, Rishang Keishing he would consult with Sagolsem Achouba for development of Samurou Sangeet Natak Vidyalaya and establishment of a college for the Vidyalaya.
MPCC vice-president and president of the Vidyalaya Sagolsem Achouba said that he would put in his best efforts to establish a college for the Vidyalaya.