Khongnang Hogaibi complex inaugurated
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, September 19 2022:
Sagolband MLA RK Imo on Monday inaugurated the newly developed Khongnang Hogaibi complex at Sagolband Wahengbam Leikai.
The site, where an aged banyan tree still stands, was declared as a protected area under the Manipur Ancient and Historical Monument & Archaeological Sites & Remain Act 1976 .
Addressing the gathering, MLA Imo pointed out that the surrounding of Khongnang Hogaibi, even though it has been associated with the history of Manipur for over 300 years, used to be garbage dumping site.
RK Imo stated that since his election as a first-time MLA in 2012, he started urging the government to declare it as a protected site which was fulfilled in 2014 .
He pointed out that the construction for rejuvenation the site commenced under the sponsorship of the Art and Culture Department.
While expressing gratitude for all the support by the government and the locals in preserving the historical site, the MLA also assured all possible initiative to properly maintain the historical site.