Meeting resolves to forgo Ningol Chakkouba
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 23 2023:
In view of the present crisis in the State and the hardships besetting the people, Young Progressive And Athletic Club (YPAC), Elangbam Leikai and Apunba Nupi Meira Marup have resolved to forgo Ningol Chakkouba celebration this year.
A release issued by YPAC informed that a joint meeting of YPAC and the Nupi Marup unanimously resolved to not celebrate Ningol Chakkouba in the area as a show of support & solidarity to the people affected by the present crisis.
The meeting also resolved to impose restrictions on gambling (lagao khaoba) with immediate effect and warned of strict action against any violators.
YPAC also informed that the annual Housie Bumper Draw organised by the club on the occasion of Ningol Chakkouba has been cancelled for this year.
Similarly, a meeting of Keishamthong Leikai 25 Apunba Nupi Lup (KLANL) chaired by its president Soirasam ongbi Shanti Leima has also resolved to not celebrate Ningol Chakkouba and other festivals for Keishamthong AC this year in view of the prevailing situation of Manipur and as a mark of support to the people affected by the ongoing conflict.