Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 01 2009:
Along with honouring five senior citizens in recognition of their contribution to the society, the International Day of Older Persons was observed under the aegis of Pioneer Health Club, Manipur at Press Club here today.
Observed under the theme of 'Towards a society for all ages', the event was attended by former Speaker of Manipur Legislative Assembly Yumnam Yaima Singh as chief guest, MLA of Khurai A/C Dr Ng Bijoy as guest of honour and president of Pioneer Health Club, Manipur Thokchom Manihar as functional president.
The five senior citizens who were honoured at the occasion are Longjam (O) Phajabi Devi (78) of Khoijuman Village, Bishnupur district; Leishangthem Ningol Mangsatabam (O) Ibechaobi (87) of Soibam Leikai, Imphal East District; Naorem Ongbi Nilmani Devi (81) of Waikhong, in Thoubal district; Evan Lanlian (81) of Churachandpur Town, Churachandpur district and Hinga Karangnamei (85) of Maram Khunou, Senapati district.
Each of them were presented a cash reward of Rs 1000 along with a citation, a shawl and a Lengyan in recognition of their contribution to the society in various fields.
Managing Director of Shija Hospitals and Research Institute Dr Kh Palin spoke as resource person at the occasion.