UNLF condoles the demise of Maichou Ningthoukhongjam Khelchandra
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 04, 2011:
The proscribed UNLF has condoled the demise of Maichou Ningthoukhongjam Khelchandra.
A press release issued by the outfit's senior publicity officer Ksh Yoiheiba remarked that N Khelchandra was a scholar who worked tirelessly to preserve and protect the traditions and identity of the Manipuri nation in the face of a strong tide of Indianisation.
He was a storehouse of knowledge.
He was a highly scrupulous scholar who collected and documented invaluable historical accounts and elements of art, culture and literature for the Manipuri nation.
He then converted his works in book form and presented them to the future generations as priceless gems.
He also took leading roles in preserving and promoting Manipuri martial art form Thang-ta.
N Khelchandra's demise has left behind a big void in the Manipuri society which would be hard to fill up, the outfit observed.
While condoling the demise of the distinguished scholar, the UNLF also conveyed solidarity to the bereaved family.