Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, June 08 2009:
The ninth Arambam Samarendra Martyrdom anniversary will be observed at 34 different places including Hojai and Barak Valley of Assam.
The main function will be held at Khurai Nandeibam Leikai under the aegis of Arambam Samarendra Trust.
Among others, the observance will be attended by noted peace advocate from Nagaland, Niketu Iralu.
In Imphal West, the martyrdom anniversary would be observed at Aryan Theatre Sagolband, JN Manipur Dance Academy, Phayeng Awang Leikai, Mayang Langjing High School, Mayang Imphal Bazar and Manipur Press Club.
In Imphal East, memorial functions will be organised at Khurai Salanthong, Jiribam, Khongman, Sekta, Wangkhei, Shumang Leela Shanglen and Poirou Konjil.
Similar functions will also be organised at Arong Khunou, Langmeidong Bazar, Khongjom Bazar, Bengi Bazar Charangpat, Wabagai, Yairipok Bamon Leikai, Kiyam Wangmataba and Wangoo in Thoubal district.
In Bishnupur district, the death anniversary will be observed at Nongmaikhong Awang, Keibul Lamjao, Moirang Thana Leikai, Kwakta Bazar, Toubul, Ningthoukhong Bazar, Nambol Sabal Leikai, Kumbi.
Moreh, Jaribon of Cachar and Cachar District Assam Manipuri Sahitya Parishad Shanglen will also host similar functions.
The memorial function will feature offering floral tributes, recitation, symposium, painting competition, Kavi Sammelan, Mukna and Kang games.