Yaima no more, UPAA condoles
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, May 06 2014:
An emergency meeting of the United Progressive Adults Association was held today in connection with the untimely and sudden demise of founder president of its association Longjam Yaima alias Ibobi Singh at his residence.
It may be recalled that, during his lifetime, Yaima took great responsibilities over the unification of various clubs and associations in the state.
Not only these, he also took huge responsibilities over formation of All Manipur Judo-Karate Association in the session year 1975-76 .
Before serving as deputy director in Agriculture Department, he also worked as head master in Kakching Khunou High School.
Later on, Yaima served as president, advisor and chief patron of All Manipur Karate Association.
The meeting observed two minutes silence as a mark of respect to the departed.
The association also shared in the grief and sorrow of the bereaved family.